Maintenance Technician

Leatherman Tool Group; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

401(k) match

Paid time off

On-site fitness center

On-site health clinic

On-site pickleball court

Career development

Stable employment

Job summary

Leatherman Tool Group in Portland, OR is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to keep production equipment running safely, efficiently, and reliably on a Mon–Fri shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

You will troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems, read schematics, perform preventive maintenance, fabricate parts, and drive equipment reliability improvements while collaborating with Engineering and Production teams.

Qualifications

• Six+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, blueprints.
• Experience with AC/DC electrical systems (up to 480V, three-phase), motors, controls, PLC I/O.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Diagnose issues using drawings, schematics, testing equipment, and precision instruments.
• Repair and replace components following specifications and drawings.
• Perform machine modifications and fabricate replacement parts.
• Support continuous improvement to increase reliability and reduce downtime.
• Maintain maintenance records and communicate issues with engineering/production.
• Learn from experienced technicians and expand technical expertise.
• Advocate for a safe work environment by following safety procedures.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Education

Associate degree or technical field

LME certification (preferred)

Tools

CNC equipment experience

Welding & machining equipment

Forklift certification

Job description

Shift | Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 2:30PM

Keep the Machines Running. Keep Quality Moving. Build Your Career at Leatherman.

At Leatherman, every tool we build starts with equipment that performs safely, reliably, and efficiently. That's where you come in.

We're looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, solving mechanical and electrical challenges, and keeping manufacturing operations running at their best.

If you're someone who takes pride in diagnosing problems, making repairs that last, and continuously improving equipment reliability, we'd love to have you on our team.

Why Leatherman?

For more than 40 years, Leatherman has designed and manufactured premium multi-tools trusted by professionals, adventurers, first responders, military personnel, and everyday problem solvers around the world.

As a privately held company founded by Tim Leatherman, we continue to invest in our employees, our manufacturing capabilities, and the products that have earned our customers' trust.

At Leatherman, our culture is built around four core behaviors:

Empowerment – Own Your Impact

Take ownership of your work and make a difference every day.

Hunger – Raise the Bar

Continuously improve equipment, processes, and yourself.

Courage – Speak Honestly. Move Boldly.

Share ideas, solve problems, and help us improve.

Curiosity – Ask, Experiment, and Learn

Embrace new technologies and continually expand your skills.

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll play a vital role in supporting our manufacturing operation by keeping production equipment operating safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and production performance.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Diagnose equipment issues using electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, testing equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Repair and replace machine components while following manufacturer specifications and engineering drawings.
• Perform machine modifications and fabricate replacement parts using machine shop equipment and welding processes.
• Support continuous improvement efforts that increase equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Maintain maintenance records and communicate equipment issues clearly with engineering and production teams.
• Learn from experienced technicians and engineers while continuing to expand your technical expertise.
• Support a safe work environment by following all company safety procedures.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Six or more years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment in a production environment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, blueprints, and mechanical drawings.
• Experience working with AC/DC electrical systems (up to 480V three-phase), motors, controls, relays, solenoids, sensors, PLC I/O, and machine components.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) certification.
• Experience with CNC equipment and automated manufacturing systems.
• Welding and machining experience.
• Forklift, scissor lift, overhead crane, or hoist certification (or ability to obtain certification).

What Success Looks Like

• Equipment downtime is minimized through proactive maintenance.
• Repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and correctly the first time.
• Preventive maintenance programs are completed on schedule.
• Strong partnerships are built with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Continuous improvement opportunities are identified and implemented.
• Safety remains the top priority in every task.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Leatherman, you'll find more than a maintenance job—you'll build a career.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Monthly production bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• On-site fitness center
• On-site health clinic
• On-site professional pickle ball court
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Stable employment with an industry-leading manufacturer

Join a Team That Builds Products People Trust

Our Maintenance Technicians play a critical role in keeping our manufacturing operation running and ensuring every Leatherman tool meets the quality standards our customers expect.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with advanced manufacturing equipment, and making a visible impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

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