Maintenance Technician

Rodney Hunt Company; Orange (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rodney Hunt Company is a global technology and engineering leader serving water and wastewater industries. We seek an experienced Maintenance Technician to maintain building infrastructure and advanced manufacturing equipment such as lasers, CNC machines, and water jets.

The role includes supporting safety initiatives and continuous improvement. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, coordinate with vendors, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards while working

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years hands-on experience in facilities and industrial equipment maintenance.
• Experience with CNC machines, laser cutters, water jets, and precision equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility maintenance and perform repairs on building infrastructure.
• Maintain manufacturing equipment including lasers, CNC machines, and water jets.
• Diagnose malfunctions, troubleshoot issues, and repair or escalate as needed.
• Support safety initiatives, inspections, and OSHA compliance.
• Maintain maintenance logs, service records, and equipment documentation.
• Coordinate with production, engineering, and outside vendors to minimize downtime.

Skills

CNC machines

Laser cutting systems

Water jets

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical drawings reading

CMMS

Safety compliance

Vendor coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

CMMS

HVAC knowledge

Job description

At Rodney Hunt, we are problem-solvers, focused on a common purpose: solving flow control challenges of the water & wastewater industry. As a global technology and engineering leader, we provide solutions for customers in industrial and municipal markets.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Maintenance Technician to support and maintain both building infrastructure and advanced industrial manufacturing equipment, including lasers, water jets, CNC machines, and other specialized machinery. This role is critical to ensuring operational efficiency, equipment reliability, and workplace safety.

In addition to maintenance responsibilities, this position will play an active role in supporting company safety initiatives by assisting the Safety Representative with compliance efforts, inspections, and continuous improvement programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Facility Maintenance

• Perform minor plumbing repairs including faucets, toilets, valves, and water lines.
• Maintain compressed air, water, and utility systems.
• Complete painting, carpentry, and building repairs.
• Repair doors, locks, shelving, and workstations.

Light Electrical Work

• Replace motors, switches, sensors, relays, and limit switches.
• Replace lighting fixtures, outlets, and components.
• Assist outside contractors on larger electrical projects.
• Maintain lockout/tagout procedures and safety requirements.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment, including CNC machines, laser cutters, and water jets.
• Diagnose malfunctions, troubleshoot issues, and perform repairs or elevate when necessary.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to reduce downtime and improve performance.
• Maintain maintenance logs, service records, and equipment documentation.
• Maintain proper coolant, oil, and hydraulic fluid levels.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical issues and coordinating repairs.

Safety Support & Compliance

• Assist the Safety Representative in maintaining workplace safety programs and initiatives.
• Support safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments across facility and production areas.
• Help ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action follow-ups.
• Promote safety by identifying risks and recommending improvements.
• Coordinate and manage third-party vendors for equipment repairs and facility projects.
• Source, evaluate, and maintain relationships with service providers to ensure cost-effective, timely work.
• Oversee contractor activities to ensure compliance with company policies, timelines, and safety requirements.
• Track vendor work, verify invoices, and monitor maintenance-related expenses.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and plant efficiency.
• Work with production, quality, and supervision to minimize downtime.
• Maintain maintenance records and communicate issues effectively.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechanics, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in facilities and industrial equipment maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of CNC machines, laser cutting systems, water jets, and other precision manufacturing equipment.
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.).
• Familiarity with workplace safety standards and OSHA regulations; prior experience supporting safety programs is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems independently.
• Strong organizational, communication, and vendor coordination skills.
• Experience with maintenance tracking systems (CMMS) preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, work at heights, and perform physical tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Combination of manufacturing floor, facility maintenance areas, and occasional office work.
• Exposure to noise, dust, and moving mechanical equipment.
• May require occasional evening or weekend hours to support emergency repairs or critical maintenance needs.