Maintenance Technician

vitrocareers; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

vitrocareers is seeking a Process/Maintenance Technician to keep our production systems safe, efficient, and reliable. You will perform hands-on mechanical and electrical work, troubleshoot equipment, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires 3+ years of mechanical and electrical experience, PLC exposure, and a willingness to participate in ongoing technical training. You will operate material handling equipment and collaborate with Engineering and Production teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical associate degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3+ years mechanical and electrical experience preferred.
• 1+ year PLC experience preferred.
• Completion of Maintenance Apprenticeship Program training/certifications.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing technical training.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex repairs on machinery, drills, cylinders, and instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic schematics.
• Install, dismantle, and upgrade equipment and structures.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Work with Fanuc robots and Allen-Bradley controllers (experience preferred).
• Use oscilloscopes, vibration analyzers, and PCs for diagnostics.
• Provide technical assistance to Production to resolve downtime.
• Operate forklifts, man-lifts, and overhead cranes.
• Follow PPE standards and LOTO procedures.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Mechanical & Electrical experience

PLC exposure

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

What You’ll Do

As a Process/Maintenance Technician, you will be vital to ensuring our production systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. Your day may include:

Hands-On Mechanical & Electrical Work

• Perform routine and complex repairs on machinery, drills, air cylinders, and instrumentation
• Troubleshoot and repair using mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic schematics
• Install, dismantle, and upgrade equipment and structures
• Conduct preventive maintenance to maximize uptime

Advanced Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

• Work withFanuc robots, robot pendants, andAllen-Bradley controllers(experience preferred)
• Use oscilloscopes, vibration analysis tools, and PCs for diagnostics and problem-solving
• Analyze technical data to determine root causes and implement solutions

Operational Support & Communication

• Provide technical assistance to Production in resolving day-to-day production problems involving production equipment to maximize efficiency, productivity and to reduce equipment downtime
• Work with Engineering to determine new products and equipment to be tested and help to establish the parameters for evaluating new products and equipment (including assisting in the actual testing), to ensure a comprehensive assessment of new product and equipment prior to mass production
• Support training activities and provide training as needed to employees in the use of new modified equipment and provide guidance to junior maintenance staff

Equipment Operation

• Operate forklifts, man-lifts, and overhead cranes
• Safely utilize hand tools, power tools, welding/cutting equipment, and other shop tools

Safety & Environmental Responsibility

• Follow all PPE standards and LOTO procedures
• Ensure safe use and disposal of cleaning agents
• Support energy efficiency and pollution-prevention efforts

Working Conditions

• Active, hands-on work in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to heat, noise, moving machinery, and heights
• Occasional outdoor tasks in varying weather
• Independent work with minimal supervision

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Technical associate degree or equivalent experience (preferred)

Experience

• 3+ year mechanical and electrical experience (preferred)
• 1+ year PLC experience (preferred)

Additional Requirements

• Completion of training/certifications in accordance with Maintenance Apprenticeship Program
• Willingness to participate in ongoing technical training as equipment evolves