Maintenance Technician

Reliance, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to perform advanced maintenance operations, support preventive maintenance systems, and ensure safe, efficient operation of machinery within the facility.

The role requires 3–5 years of maintenance experience, strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, and proficiency with diagnostic tools. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment while contributing to PM programs and a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Familiar with machine operations.
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision.
• Experience in maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, blueprints, and layout drawings.
• Basic PLC knowledge (ability to use the system for diagnostics, not programming).
• Experience welding, torch cutting, and plasma cutting (required).
• Proficient with electrical diagnostic tools (thermal, multimeter, ammeter).
• Familiar with hydraulic systems and able to use diagnostic tools (pressure gauges, flow meters).

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance manager with any necessary maintenance tasks and support overall maintenance operations.
• Assist with preventive maintenance (PM) systems and help implement and maintain preventive maintenance measures.
• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and locate sources of problems by observing equipment, listening for issues, and using measuring and testing instruments.
• Repair and replace defective parts by dismantling devices using hand tools, power tools, hoists, and cranes.
• Inspect parts to determine dimensional changes using measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers, and adjust functional components as needed.
• Perform general building maintenance tasks as required.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment.
• Maintain and complete all necessary paperwork and log information into maintenance software.
• Prepare maintenance reports by collecting and summarizing information.
• Support production by helping reduce downtime and communicating preventive maintenance practices.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following company procedures, rules, and regulations.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

PLC basics

Reading blueprints

Welding

Plasma cutting

Multimeter

Calipers

Micrometers

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostics tools

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Multimeter

Ammeter

Pressure gauges

Flow meters

Hoists

Cranes

Job description

Job Summary

The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing advanced maintenance operations, supporting preventive maintenance systems, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of machinery and equipment within the facility.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Assist maintenance manager with any necessary maintenance tasks and support overall maintenance operations
• Assist with preventive maintenance (PM) systems and help implement and maintain preventive maintenance measures
• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and locate sources of problems by observing equipment, listening for issues, and using measuring and testing instruments
• Repair and replace defective parts by dismantling devices using hand tools, power tools, hoists, and cranes
• Inspect parts to determine dimensional changes using measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers, and adjust functional components as needed
• Perform general building maintenance tasks as required
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment
• Maintain and complete all necessary paperwork and log information into maintenance software
• Prepare maintenance reports by collecting and summarizing information
• Support production by helping reduce downtime and communicating preventive maintenance practices
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following company procedures, rules, and regulations

Required Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• 3–5 years of maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Familiar with machine operations
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision
• Experience in maintenance of industrial equipment
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, blueprints, and layout drawings
• Basic PLC knowledge (ability to use the system for diagnostics, not programming)
• Experience welding, torch cutting, and plasma cutting (required)
• Proficient with electrical diagnostic tools (thermal, multimeter, ammeter)
• Familiar with hydraulic systems and able to use diagnostic tools (pressure gauges, flow meters)

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN