Maintenance Technician

TECHNIQUE; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Professional Development

On The Job Training

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Technique, a Michigan-based precision sheet metal and welded assemblies manufacturer, seeks an Industrial Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance and diagnose complex equipment issues across presses, lasers, and automation systems.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults, welding, fabrication, and maintaining facility systems while adhering to safety standards. Forge reliable operations and support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or trade certification preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of 480V three-phase power, motor controls, and VFDs
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical drawings
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Basic PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley or Siemens) preferred
• Ability to weld (MIG and stick) and torch cutting equipment
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, multimeters, and other electrical test equipment
• Forklift, aerial lift, and overhead crane experience or ability to certify
• Knowledge of lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety requirements
• Basic computer skills including CMMS usage
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and prioritize repairs
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Active position requiring standing, walking, bending, and working at heights
• Comfortable around noise, oils, fumes, and moving machinery
• Willingness for overtime, weekend work, and on-call rotation
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures quickly and safely
• Troubleshoot 480V three-phase and 120/240V systems, motors, and VFDs
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Service air systems, compressors, and dryers
• Repair bearings, gearboxes, drives, belts, and shafts
• Weld and fabricate brackets, guards, and fixtures
• Maintain building systems including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and cranes
• Assist with installation, rigging, and relocation of equipment
• Enforce lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements
• Complete and close work orders and document repairs in CMMS
• Maintain spare parts inventory and coordinate purchases
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for complex repairs
• Suggest improvements to equipment reliability and safety
• Respond to emergencies and participate in on-call rotation

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Mechanical systems

Welding & fabrication

Safety compliance

CMMS literacy

Reading schematics

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or trade cert in industrial maintenance/electrical/mechatronics

Tools

Multimeters

VFDs and motor controls

Torque wrenches & hand tools

Hydraulic/pneumatic testing equipment

CMMS software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Preventive Maintenance – Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment, including press brakes, stamping presses, fiber lasers, turret punches, tube benders, CNC machining centers, and welding equipment, to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshooting & Repair – Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures quickly and safely, identifying root cause to prevent repeat breakdowns.
• Electrical Systems – Troubleshoot and repair 480V three-phase and 120/240V systems, motors, motor controls, starters, contactors, relays, sensors, VFDs, and control panels; perform basic PLC input/output troubleshooting.
• Hydraulic Systems – Maintain and repair hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, accumulators, hoses, and fittings on presses and forming equipment; monitor fluid condition, filtration, and leaks.
• Pneumatic Systems – Service air cylinders, solenoid valves, regulators, and lines on production equipment, and maintain the plant compressed air system including compressors and dryers.
• Mechanical Systems – Repair and replace bearings, gearboxes, drives, belts, chains, couplings, and shafts; perform alignment, lubrication, and adjustment to manufacturer specifications.
• Welding & Fabrication – Use MIG, stick, and torch cutting to repair equipment and fabricate brackets, guards, fixtures, and supports as needed.
• Facility Maintenance – Maintain building systems including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, dock doors, overhead cranes and hoists, fire protection support, and general building and grounds upkeep.
• Equipment Installation & Relocation – Support the installation, rigging, leveling, anchoring, and utility hookup of new and relocated equipment.
• Safety & Compliance – Follow and enforce lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements; identify and correct unsafe conditions on equipment and in the facility.
• Work Orders & Documentation – Complete and close work orders, record repairs and parts used, and keep equipment maintenance history accurate in the maintenance tracking system.
• Parts & Inventory – Maintain spare parts inventory for critical equipment, identify replacement parts, and request purchases to keep stock at appropriate levels.
• Vendor Coordination – Work with outside contractors, OEM service technicians, and suppliers on specialized repairs, rebuilds, and facility projects.
• Continuous Improvement – Recommend and implement improvements to equipment reliability, safety, and maintenance procedures in partnership with production and engineering.
• Emergency Response – Respond to equipment breakdowns and facility emergencies, including participation in an on-call rotation as scheduled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or trade certification in industrial maintenance, electrical, or mechatronics preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 480V three-phase power, motor controls, and VFDs
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical drawings
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Basic PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley or Siemens) preferred
• Ability to weld (MIG and stick) and use torch cutting equipment
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, multimeters, and other electrical test equipment
• Forklift, aerial lift, and overhead crane experience, or ability to become certified
• Working knowledge of lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety requirements
• Basic computer skills, including use of a maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and prioritize multiple repairs
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• This is an active position requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and working at heights and in tight spaces
• Comfortable working around noise, oils, fumes, and moving machinery in a manufacturing environment
• Availability for overtime, weekend work, and on-call rotation as needed
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Technique is a Michigan-based precision sheet metal and welded assemblies manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, automotive, motorsports, medical, and food processing industries. We specialize in high-speed prototypes, ultra-low volume stampings, tubing, and assemblies for production and emergency-based manufacturing.

Our employees enjoy a work culture that values safety, integrity, teamwork, learning opportunities, and results.

Technique benefits include paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), 401(k), 401(k) matching, professional development, referral program, paid training, on-the-job training, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement.

• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Matching
• Professional Development
• On The Job Training
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Technique is an equal employment opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.