Maintenance Technician

Varland Plating; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Varland Plating is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the second shift to perform daily maintenance and repair on production equipment and facility systems. The role includes inspecting machinery, diagnosing issues, and executing corrective repairs to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Responsibilities include conducting scheduled preventive maintenance on plating systems, conveyors, and pumps, monitoring performance, responding to breakdowns, and documenting activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance of production and facility systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders.
• Strong commitment to safety and preventive maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance and repair on production equipment.
• Inspect machinery and diagnose issues; complete corrective repairs.
• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance on plating systems, conveyors, pumps, and related equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and respond to breakdowns.
• Document maintenance activities and collaborate with operations and engineering to reduce downtime.
• Follow safety standards, use appropriate tools, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Maintenance & repair

Technical manuals

Lockout/tagout safety

Communication & teamwork

Workshop safety

Education

Technical training or certification in industrial maintenance

Job description

Company Description

Varland Plating, founded in 1946 and based in Cincinnati, OH, is a leader in solving complex plating challenges for a broad range of industries. The company specializes in high-quality precision barrel plating finishes and is known for its focus on accuracy, consistency, and reliability. Varland Plating extensively leverages in-house automation and advanced technology to enhance quality and minimize turnaround time. The organization offers a wide variety of plating finishes, serving customers with diverse applications and performance requirements. Team members join a long-established, technology-driven company committed to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Role Description

The Maintenance Technician is a full-time, 2nd shift position with a chance to either work 3rd or rotate after 2 years. This position is responsible for performing daily maintenance and repair on production equipment, mechanical systems, and facility infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient operations. Typical tasks include inspecting machinery, diagnosing issues, completing corrective repairs, and carrying out scheduled preventive maintenance on plating systems, conveyors, pumps, and related equipment. The role involves monitoring equipment performance, responding to breakdowns, documenting maintenance activities, and collaborating with operations and engineering teams to reduce downtime. The Maintenance Technician is expected to follow safety standards, use appropriate tools and test equipment, and support continuous improvement initiatives within the plant.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Equipment Maintenance and Industrial Maintenance skills for production and facility systems.
• Candidates should possess solid Troubleshooting skills to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues.
• Candidates should possess experience with Preventive Maintenance and Maintenance & Repair to extend equipment life and minimize downtime.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably metal finishing, plating, or related heavy industrial operations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders, and to maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, including adherence to lockout/tagout and other safety procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Relevant technical training or certification in industrial maintenance, mechanical, electrical, or a related field; prior hands-on maintenance experience is highly valued.