Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Classification: Hourly
Reports To: Maintenance Manager
Department: Maintenance
Job Summary:
The Maintenance Technician position is a hands-on maintenance role designed for an individual with strong technical aptitude, modern computer and maintenance systems skills, and the desire to develop in their maintenance career. This individual will support day-to-day maintenance activities while helping drive improvements in preventative maintenance, spare parts management, equipment reliability, and maintenance planning systems.
This role is intended for a motivated self-starter who takes pride in equipment reliability, responds with urgency to operational needs, and demonstrates strong communication and leadership qualities.
- Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues throughout the plant.
- Performs preventative maintenance activities and assists in developing improved preventative maintenance procedures and schedules.
- Utilizes maintenance software systems to document repairs, track downtime, manage work orders, and improve maintenance planning effectiveness.
- Assists with spare parts inventory management, organization, and critical parts identification.
- Supports project planning, scheduling, and execution for equipment upgrades and facility improvements.
- Maintains equipment reliability by identifying recurring failures and recommending corrective actions.
- Responds to production downtime situations with urgency and professionalism.
- Assists in implementing modern maintenance technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Reads and interprets mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
- Works closely with production teams to improve equipment performance and operational efficiency.
- Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
- Demonstrates leadership qualities through initiative, accountability, communication, and willingness to support team success.
- Willingly supports operational needs including occasional after-hours troubleshooting, emergency response, and weekend support as required.
- Provides mentorship and training support to less experienced maintenance personnel when appropriate.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment while following all plant safety procedures.
- Performs other duties as required.
Requirements
- Training or degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related technical field preferred
- 3+ years of related manufacturing maintenance experience preferred
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Understanding of industrial electrical systems including 120/240VAC and motor controls
- Experience using computers, maintenance systems, and Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong communication and organizational skill
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and leadership potential
- Willingness to support operational needs outside normal working hours when required
Preferred Qualifications
- Allen Bradley PLC training and/or troubleshooting experience
- Siemens PLC training and/or troubleshooting experience
- Experience with preventative maintenance systems and CMMS software
- Experience with spare parts management and maintenance planning
- Prior leadership, supervisory, military, project leadership, or team lead experience preferred
- Technical certifications related to industrial maintenance, controls, automation, or reliability are highly valued and compensation will reflect applicable experience and certifications.