Maintenance Technician

Summer Classics; Pelham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Employer-paid disability (short & long

401(k) with company match after 12 mos

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and holidays

Employee product purchase discount

Job summary

Summer Classics is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support upholstery production equipment and facility systems. You will diagnose electrical and control issues, perform preventive maintenance, and help drive safety and 5S improvements across the plant.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with PLC-driven equipment, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. On-site role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of industrial maintenance experience with electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience in automated upholstery/manufacturing environments preferred.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical and control systems across the plant.
• Perform preventative maintenance on upholstery equipment and facility systems.
• Lead safety practices, 5S standards, and document maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with vendors for parts, upgrades, and support.
• Maintain parts inventory and assist with equipment installations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC control

Mechatronics

Diagnose mechanical issues

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification / Maintenance degree

Tools

PLC systems

VFDs

Electrical panels

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician maintains, troubleshoots, installs, and repairs manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and electrical components to support safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations. This role provides technical support for upholstery production equipment and facility systems, including cutting tables, sewing machines, compressors, material handling systems, automated equipment, lighting, electrical panels, controls, wiring, and related mechanical and electrical systems.

The position plays a key role in preventative and predictive maintenance initiatives designed to maximize equipment uptime, maintain a safe work environment, minimize unplanned downtime, and improve overall production efficiency.

Who We Are

Gabriella White is home to our family of brands - Gabby, Summer Classics, and Wendy Jane. We are growing in all areas of the business and are proud to be family-owned and operated since 1987. Together, we furnish life's best moments, from the every day to the exceptional. We are united by our vision as well as our collective spirit, and our culture is shaped by our core values: Dedication – Enthusiasm – Synergy – Integrity – Goal-Oriented – Nimble, or simply put DESIGN. As a premier innovator, manufacturer, and retailer of luxury furniture and accessories, our brands are loved by designers and design-minded consumers for creating timeless outdoor living and transitional, eclectic furniture and accessories for every part of the home. We’re always looking for talented people to join our team and grow together.

What We Offer

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k) plan with company match after 12 months
• Employee Assistance Program and Chaplain Services to support mental and emotional well-being
• Paid sick leave, vacation, holidays, and parental time
• Generous employee product purchase discount

What You Do

• Interprets electrical schematics, blueprints, ladder logic, technical manuals, and diagrams to diagnose and resolve electrical issues.
• Performs minor electrical installations and supports equipment upgrades, electrical improvements, and plant layout changes.
• Ensures electrical work is performed safely and in alignment with applicable code requirements, OSHA expectations, lockout/tagout practices, and company safety procedures.
• Performs preventative and predictive maintenance on upholstery manufacturing equipment according to established schedules.
• Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls-related issues and performs timely repairs.
• Troubleshoots PLC-controlled, software-driven, and automated production equipment as applicable.
• Responds promptly to maintenance requests and equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Collaborates with machine manufacturers, vendors, and internal teams for technical support, warranty claims, upgrades, and equipment performance improvements.
• Maintains spare parts inventory and coordinates ordering of replacement components.
• Performs general facility maintenance, including lighting repairs, minor electrical work, minor plumbing repairs, structural maintenance, and facility improvement support.
• Maintains compressors, dust collection systems, and other plant infrastructure equipment.
• Supports equipment installations, plant layout changes, and facility improvement projects.
• Leads and sustains 5S standards throughout the plant by organizing maintenance areas, supporting production workspaces, identifying improvement opportunities, and ensuring equipment and facility areas remain clean, orderly, and audit-ready.
• Documents maintenance activities, repairs, parts usage, electrical work, inspections, and system updates in the company maintenance management system.
• Communicates equipment status, repair timelines, safety concerns, and potential operational risks to management and production teams.
• Recommends equipment improvements, process enhancements, safety improvements, or replacement needs when appropriate.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, electrical safety, plant efficiency, and production uptime.

Primary Focus Areas

• Equipment maintenance, repair, and reliability
• Facility maintenance
• Documentation and communication

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification, electrical training, journeyman electrician credentials, or an associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and equipment repair required; experience in automated or upholstery manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, controls, and industrial troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools and interpret blueprints, schematics, electrical diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, computerized maintenance management systems, and production equipment controls preferred.
• Demonstrated critical-thinking, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and respond effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional, with strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety, lockout/tagout practices, electrical safety, and compliance with company policies and procedures.

How Success Is Measured

• Equipment uptime
• Preventive maintenance completion rate
• Maintenance ticket closure rate
• Electrical repair response and completion time
• Safety compliance and incident prevention

Safety

All employees are expected to always conduct themselves in a safe manner and to ensure that their actions do not place themselves or others at risk. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Working safely is a fundamental condition of employment. Every employee is responsible for following all safety policies, procedures, and applicable requirements and for immediately addressing or reporting unsafe conditions or behaviors.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee will frequently use their hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and may regularly reach with their hands and arms. The employee may occasionally be required to climb stairs or ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or work in awkward positions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required to perform the essential functions of the job include close vision, distance vision, the ability to adjust focus, and the ability to distinguish color differences. The employee must also be able to hear clearly and communicate effectively while working in person and when using a telephone.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that are must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works primarily indoors in warehouse and manufacturing environments. The employee may be exposed to dust, moving machinery, electrical equipment, elevated work areas, and varying or extreme temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to high. The employee may also experience varying levels of work-related stress depending on operational demands, workload, and job responsibilities.

Other Duties

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