Maintenance Technician

YakAttack; Farmville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose basic mechanical and electrical issues, replace parts, and document activities while collaborating with production and engineering to identify recurring problems and implement safety enhancements.

Qualifications

• Strong equipment maintenance and repair skills for production machinery.
• Experience with troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance according to maintenance schedules.
• Basic mechanical and electrical aptitude; read and follow manuals, diagrams, and work instructions.
• Commitment to safety practices and adherence to company policies and quality standards.
• Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• High school diploma; technical or vocational training in maintenance preferred.
• Prior maintenance technician experience in manufacturing is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and document activities.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to identify recurring issues and implement improvements.
• Monitor spare parts inventory and ensure tools and equipment are in safe working order.
• Follow all safety and quality standards across operations.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Reading diagrams/manuals

Safety compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in maintenance

Job description

Company Description

YakAttack, founded in a garage in 2009, has grown into a leading brand in the fishing and paddlesports industry. The company specializes in high-quality fishing accessories for boats, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards, designed by anglers who understand the needs of the fishing community. YakAttack focuses on practical, problem-solving products that deliver effective performance and durability. The company is strongly committed to its values, customer satisfaction, product quality, and a Made in the USA promise, which guide every aspect of its operations.

Role Description

The Maintenance Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Farmville, VA. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems to minimize downtime and support consistent manufacturing operations. Day-to-day tasks include performing scheduled preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and basic electrical issues, replacing parts, and documenting maintenance activities. The technician will collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify recurring issues, propose improvements, and help implement safety and efficiency initiatives. The role also involves monitoring spare parts inventory, ensuring tools and equipment are in safe working order, and following all safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Strong Equipment Maintenance and Maintenance & Repair skills for production machinery and facility systems.
• Experience with Troubleshooting and Industrial Maintenance in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to perform Preventive Maintenance, including inspections, adjustments, and parts replacement according to maintenance schedules.
• Basic mechanical and electrical aptitude, with the ability to read and follow manuals, diagrams, and work instructions.
• Commitment to safety practices and adherence to company policies and quality standards.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliability in managing multiple maintenance tasks.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in maintenance or related field is preferred.
• Prior experience as a maintenance technician in manufacturing or similar environment is beneficial.