Maintenance Technician

Holtec International; East Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Holtec International is seeking qualified Maintenance Technicians to join its Manufacturing Operations team. The role focuses on ensuring reliability, safety, and efficiency of production equipment and facility systems across multiple divisions, including Camden, NJ, East Pittsburgh, PA and Orville, OH.

Responsibilities include routine and emergency maintenance, troubleshooting, and working with operations and engineering staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of maintenance/industrial experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, lubrication, and power transmission systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, diagrams, manuals, and schematics.
• Strong safety procedures knowledge in industrial settings.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and working in challenging conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems to minimize downtime.
• Install, repair, and upgrade production machinery and auxiliary systems as needed.
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance to identify wear or risks.
• Assist in commissioning/decommissioning of machinery and document maintenance history.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to resolve issues and improve uptime.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety mindset

Root cause analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical certification / associate degree (industrial maintenance)

Tools

CMMS

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Overhead cranes

Hydraulic/pneumatic systems

Job description

Holtec International Position: Maintenance Technician Location: Camden, NJ-Advanced Manufacturing Division; East Pittsburgh, PA-Holtec Manufacturing Division; Orville, OH-Orrvilon Manufacturing Division

Holtec International is seeking qualified Maintenance Technicians to join its Manufacturing Operations team. The Maintenance Technician will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of production equipment and facility systems. This hands‑on position will support daily operations by maintaining, installing, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of industrial machinery and systems critical to Holtec's manufacturing activities.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, problem‑solving skills, and a proactive mindset to support both routine preventive maintenance and urgent repair needs. This role involves working collaboratively with operations, engineering, and safety personnel in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Maintenance Technicians must be capable of interpreting technical documentation, performing root cause analyses, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum required qualifications include:

a minimum of 3 years of maintenance or industrial experience, including relevant military or technical training. Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and maintaining hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, lubrication, and power transmission systems. Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, diagrams, equipment manuals, and schematics. Strong understanding of safety procedures in an industrial setting. High School Diploma or GED required. Physical ability to support shop‑floor operations, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, kneeling, and working in potentially adverse environmental conditions.

Additional desirable qualifications:

Technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance or related field. Experience with overhead cranes, mobile equipment, and welding support equipment. Working knowledge of electrical schematics, motor control systems, and PLC troubleshooting. Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems). Previous experience in a manufacturing environment subject to quality standards and safety regulations.

Specific Areas of Responsibility

Perform routine and emergency maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems, ensure minimal downtime and optimal equipment performance. Install, repair, and upgrade production machinery and auxiliary systems according to operational needs and safety standards. Conduct equipment inspections and preventive maintenance tasks to identify wear, damage, or failure risks. Support the commissioning and decommissioning of machinery, including disassembly and reassembly of critical components. Assist in maintaining accurate records of maintenance work, repair history, parts usage, and equipment reliability. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, efficiency, and operational uptime. Ensure compliance with applicable safety codes and internal procedures during all maintenance activities. Work closely with Maintenance Manager, Shop Managers, and Production Supervisors to prioritize tasks and resolve technical issues.

About Holtec

As a technology trailblazer and a prominent innovator in clean energy (nuclear and solar) industry, Holtec strives to foster a meritocratic work environment conducive to continuous learning and professional growth of its associates. Holtec is an equal opportunity employer with a long‑standing commitment to social equity and environmental justice. The company gives special preference to disabled veterans as a part of its recruitment policy. Detailed information on the Company can be obtained by consulting the website: holtecinternational.com.