Maintenance Technician

Metcut Research Inc. Cincinnati - Carillon; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life and accidental death insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

401K match plan

Bonus plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Metcut Research is seeking a Maintenance Technician to sustain the reliability of laboratory and machine tool equipment, support facilities, and ensure uptime in a fast-paced environment. The role requires hands-on, detail-oriented work across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and software systems.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnosing issues, coordinating with vendors, and keeping meticulous records while adhering to safety and aerospace standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Capability to lift up to 75 lbs and work in a shop environment with noise, lubricants, and machinery.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and software-related systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on Laboratory and Machine Tool equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and software issues.
• Schedule and conduct preventive maintenance to prevent downtime.
• Maintain detailed service records and documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors for specialized repairs.
• Ensure safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Maintenance procedures

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic & pneumatic systems

Software troubleshooting

Reading schematics & manuals

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blueprints

Electrical schematics

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support the reliability and performance of our manufacturing and laboratory equipment as well as our facilities. This role is critical to ensuring uptime, safety, and efficiency across our operations. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and experienced with mechanical, electrical, and industrial systems.

Metcut Research is a full‑service firm with significant, world‑leading experience in testing materials. We have been providing excellence in materials testing since 1948. For over 75 years, our expertise has propelled innovation across aerospace, space, transportation, energy, and medical industries.

Our people are at the heart of our successes and the foundation of our strategy for the future. We believe that long‑term, sustained success only results from investment in people. Each member of our workforce is an important financial stakeholder in our business. We know that it is our people who differentiate us in our chosen field of materials evaluation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the facility's equipment and infrastructure. This role includes but is not limited to performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on both Laboratory and Machine Tool equipment. This position ensures equipment is kept in operating condition by conducting routine inspections, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and maintaining detailed service records. This position supports production continuity and compliance with aerospace standards by minimizing downtime and contributing to equipment reliability and calibration efforts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform and oversee routine maintenance tasks, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general repairs.
• Ensure all equipment and systems are in good working condition.
• Schedule and conduct preventive maintenance to avoid equipment failures.
• Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate with external vendors for specialized repairs and services.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on Laboratory and Machine Tool equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and software-related issues affecting equipment functionality.
• Install, modify, and replace both Laboratory and Machine Tool equipment components as needed to support production requirements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment issues in compliance with aerospace standards.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulatory requirements while working in a Laboratory/Machine Tool environment.
• Collaborate effectively with technicians, machinists, engineers, and OEMs to support efficient production and equipment reliability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance maintenance processes and machine performance.

This job description in no way implies that the duties listed here are the only ones the employee can be required to perform. The employee is expected to perform other tasks as dictated by their manager or supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and software‑related issues on Laboratory and Machine Tool equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Ability to lift to 75 lbs. (assisted) and work in a shop environment with exposure to noise, lubricants, and machinery.

Additional Information

We welcome enthusiastic, dedicated, and innovative individuals with a comprehensive benefits package.

• competitive pay
• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• medical insurance
• dental and vision insurance
• short‑term disability
• long‑term disability
• life and accidental death insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• tuition reimbursement
• 401K match plan
• bonus plan
• paid vacation

We also offer challenging work and the opportunity to be a valued member of our growing and profitable team! We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

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