Maintenance Technician

Atterro; Duquesne (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, welfare, and retirement

Benefits disclosed at hire

Job summary

Wabtec is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Duquesne, PA. You will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and facility systems to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The role requires 2+ years in industrial maintenance, strong mechanical and electrical skills, and the ability to read blueprints and schematics. Competitive pay with daytime hours and potential overtime supports continuous improvement and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Technical certification, apprenticeship, or post-secondary training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, hands‑on maintenance experience, and technical training will be considered.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, maintenance manuals, and safety procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and email communication.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial machinery, manufacturing equipment, and facility systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation‑related issues to minimize downtime.
• Install, repair, and maintain motors, transformers, wiring, PLCs, robotics, and automated machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Maintain overhead cranes, company vehicles, powered equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Fabricate and repair machine components using lathes, mills, grinders, welding equipment, and cutting tools.
• Install and maintain piping systems, valves, gauges, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance projects, contractor services, inspections, and repair schedules.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining compliance with safety and maintenance standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Safety-minded

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Technical certification / post-secondary training in Industrial Maintenance or related field

Equivalent combination of education and hands-on maintenance experience

Ability to read blueprints, schematics, manuals, and safety procedures

Basic computer proficiency (Excel, Outlook)

Tools

PLCs

Robotics

Automated machinery

Industrial controls

Welding

Machine tools

Job description

Wabtec – Now hiring for a Maintenance Technician
Location: Duquesne, PA
Pay Rate: $30.00 – $36.00 per hour
Schedule:Monday – Thursday | 5 AM – 3 PM
Volunteer OT | Friday and/or Saturday (5 AM – 1 PM)

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Looking for Maintenance Technician jobs in Duquesne where your technical skills keep equipment operating at its best? This opportunity allows you to troubleshoot problems, perform repairs, and help maintain the systems that keep production moving safely and efficiently.

Education Requirements

• Technical certification, apprenticeship, or post-secondary training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, hands‑on maintenance experience, and technical training will be considered.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, maintenance manuals, and safety procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and email communication.

Experience Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, machine repair, or facilities maintenance.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated equipment.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and repair work in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with welding, cutting torches, machine tools, and equipment fabrication preferred.
• Knowledge of PLCs, robotics, automated machinery, and industrial controls is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience maintaining overhead cranes, powered industrial equipment, and company vehicles.
• Familiarity with hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, industrial wiring, and machine diagnostics.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors, vendors, and maintenance service providers.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills with a safety‑first mindset.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment, tools, and materials as needed.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, and working in industrial environments.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance tools, welding equipment, and machine shop equipment.
• Ability to work around moving machinery, electrical systems, and manufacturing equipment while following all safety requirements.

Job Duties

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial machinery, manufacturing equipment, and facility systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation‑related issues to minimize downtime.
• Install, repair, and maintain motors, transformers, wiring, PLCs, robotics, and automated machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Maintain overhead cranes, company vehicles, powered equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Fabricate and repair machine components using lathes, mills, grinders, welding equipment, and cutting tools.
• Install and maintain piping systems, valves, gauges, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance projects, contractor services, inspections, and repair schedules.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining compliance with safety and maintenance standards.

Wabtec Benefits

• Health, welfare, and retirement
• A full list of benefits will be given at the time of hire.

What You Will Do

As a Maintenance Technician you will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support safe and efficient operations. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose equipment issues, replace worn components, document completed work, and work closely with production and operations teams to minimize downtime while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the long-term performance of equipment through inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. This role requires technical knowledge, mechanical skill, and a proactive approach to equipment reliability.

Successful Maintenance Technician professionals use diagnostic thinking and practical experience to identify maintenance needs, complete repairs, and support continuous improvement efforts throughout the workplace. Strong communication and teamwork help ensure maintenance activities support operational goals.

This position offers an opportunity to apply technical skills while contributing directly to equipment performance, safety, and productivity.