Maintenance Technician

Trillium Staffing; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 45,047 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical and dental benefits

Tuition assistance program

401(k) plan with company match

Weekly incentive bonus

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Plymouth, MI for a direct-hire opportunity. The role involves performing electrical and mechanical maintenance on production equipment, ensuring maximum quality and uptime. Ideal candidates have a strong electrical aptitude with troubleshooting skills and are detail-oriented. The position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits including tuition assistance and a bonus plan, as well as a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in maintenance.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and quality issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Effective communication

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent training

Tools

Hand and power tools

Precision measuring devices

Job description

Trillium Staffing is now seeking a Maintenance Technician in Plymouth, MI for a direct-hire opportunity!

Reporting to the supervisor, the Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe repair and rebuild of tube mill production equipment. The primary focus is to maximize equipment quality, uptime, rate, and yield. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong electrical aptitude, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to identify and resolve both electrical and mechanical issues. A keen attention to detail and adherence to safety procedures are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform electrical maintenance on equipment, following all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Ensure all guards and safety equipment are in place and functional before returning equipment to operators.
• Monitor inventory levels of parts, equipment, and supplies; place orders and verify receipts as needed.
• Utilize manual and computerized maintenance management systems to track, inspect, and report equipment status.
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics to diagnose and repair equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and quality issues, escalating concerns to supervisors when necessary.
• Perform breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and changeover tasks on production equipment.
• Identify and report safety, quality, operational, or output issues when unable to correct them independently.
• Observe mechanical devices in operation, using precision instruments to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by complying with all safety regulations and company procedures.
• Operate powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes, and portable cranes as required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to problem-solving efforts.
• Comply with OSHA safety standards, including hazard communication, lockout procedures, and ergonomic guidelines.
• Promote a culture of health and safety in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Our client offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.

• In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

Schedule is 2nd shift, afternoons (3:30 pm – 1 am). Pay rate is $32.70 - $34/hr plus weekly incentive (avg. $3.50/hr) and a shift premium - $1/hr.

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Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in a maintenance role.
• Apprenticeship, journeyman training, military service, or equivalent mechanical/electrical training preferred.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, and interpreting technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with electrical systems and PLCs.
• Effective communication skills in English, with the ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
• Ability to pass job-related testing, an employment physical, and a drug screening.
• Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to collaborate and contribute to team success.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.