Maintenance Tech II - 2nd Shift, 3:00pm - 11:00pm, $28.05 hourly + Shift premium

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 75,768,000 - 84,034,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a skilled Maintenance Tech II for 2nd shift (3:00pm - 11:00pm). You will oversee maintenance, troubleshoot complex equipment, and mentor technicians to reduce downtime and extend asset life.

The role requires 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and strong diagnostic skills. Proficiency with PLCs, VFDs, and CMMS is valued. OSHA safety compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance.
• High School Diploma or GED and maintenance certificate preferred.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and PLC-related issues.
• Read blueprints and interpret schematics and diagrams.
• Maintain maintenance records using CMMS.
• Lead and mentor technicians to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Ensure work follows OSHA safety standards and install/commission new equipment.
• Identify process improvements and implement cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Troubleshooting

PLC knowledge

Team leadership

Diagnostic tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Maintenance Certificate Preferred

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Maintenance Tech II - 2nd Shift, 3:00pm - 11:00pm, $28.05 hourly + Shift premium

JOB SUMMARY:

Achieve daily departmental goals, safety practices, and production while working together as a team. Skilled Maintenance Technician 2 is a highly skilled, experienced professional responsible for overseeing the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex manufacturing equipment and systems. This role involves leading and mentoring a team of technicians, performing advanced diagnostics, and developing strategies to improve the reliability and performance of production assets. The Skilled Maintenance Technician 2 plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing processes by reducing downtime and enhancing equipment life cycles.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment (e.g., conveyors, motors, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatic systems).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and PLC-related issues in production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair or replace faulty components (bearings, belts, sensors, wiring, etc.).
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and suggest/implement solutions.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts and request replacements as needed.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, and basic control systems is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, or on call as needed.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to schedule maintenance and minimize disruptions to production schedules. Communicate effectively to ensure alignment of maintenance activities with production goals.
• Lead and perform troubleshooting of complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems. Quickly diagnose and resolve critical issues to minimize downtime in the production process.
• Oversee and manage the preventative and predictive maintenance program, ensuring that all equipment is maintained according to the schedule and company KPI standard. Use vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and other techniques to predict potential equipment failures before they occur.
• Supervise, mentor, and train entry and mid-level maintenance technicians. Provide guidance on best practices, safety protocols, and complex troubleshooting tasks.
• Lead the installation, commissioning, and calibration of new manufacturing equipment and systems. Provide technical input for improvements and upgrades to existing equipment and machinery.
• Identify areas for improvement in equipment performance, maintenance procedures, and overall operations. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement process enhancements that reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, parts used, and machine performance. Use CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for tracking, reporting, and planning. Provide detailed reports and recommendations to management on equipment status, maintenance trends.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with company safety standards, OSHA regulations, and local government regulations. Promote a culture of safety by conducting regular safety audits and ensuring the team follows safe work practices.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems. Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting and programming, VFDs, sensors, and control systems.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, able to perform deep-level analysis and resolve complex issues.

Safety: perform safe work practices:

• Support, communicate, and drive Safety.
• Support and communicate utilization of applicable Personal protective equipment.
• Support and communicate Behavioral Based Safety
• Identify safety hazards and collaborate/investigate with team to resolve.
• Sustains 6-S 360 principles throughout department.

Quality: perform and build quality parts/products to ensure specifications are met:

• Quality investigations 8D and 4 Block.
• Identify and collaborate/investigate with team to resolve non-conformances.
• Support corrective actions are identified and followed through.

Lean manufacturing principles:

• Participate and engage with 6S projects, 6S 360 and SMED events
• Lead department 6S-360 projects
• Train, communicate and follow work instructions.
• Ensure FIFO to keep the department inventory to recommended levels.
• Train new hires and job bid employees entering the department
• Safety on the job
• Quality at the source
• Assess and document training competency of new learner to identify successes and/or deficiencies. Collaborate with Supervisor.
• Equipment – machines – operations – tools – 6S 360(keep work area clean and organized).
• Data entry – (i.e., production reporting, JDE, Lighthouse)
• Production expectations

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Maintenance Certificate Preferred
• Must have three (3) years’ experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance or equivalent.
• Three years of shop mathematics and blueprint reading is essential.
• Understand and develop Standard Operating Procedures
• Active Employees must be currently holding a Skilled Maintenance LG 11 grade and successfully pass skills written and hand test (eligible employees may take the test no more than one (1) time per calendar year). The Company retains the discretion to allow new hires to test into LG 12.
• SBD Tuition reimbursement plan is available to employees wishing to gain training to be become LG 12 – all such training will not be considered hours worked and thereby not compensable.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools and storage company, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We’re visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Benefits & Perks

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development:

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:

We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company:

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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