Maintenance Technician

FR Conversions; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

FR Conversions is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure equipment uptime and plant reliability so production can deliver on time, every time. This hands-on role maintains facilities, utilities, and production equipment with a focus on safe, compliant operation.

The successful candidate will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and support continuous improvement initiatives while coordinating with the maintenance lead

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Hands-on knowledge across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to read schematics and safety plans, use diagnostic tools, and reduce downtime.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and driving reliability improvements.
• Knowledge of OSHA, lockout/tagout, and machine safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Execute preventive maintenance tasks while monitoring reliability metrics.
• Equipment Coverage: Maintain and troubleshoot systems including powder-coat line and ovens, air compressors/dryers, HVAC/RTUs, sandblasters, vehicle lifts, forklifts, overhead doors, and building utilities (lighting, plumbing, carpentry, alarms, ventilation).
• Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair electrical (24V–480V; 1PH and 3PH), mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic motor control systems to implement permanent fixes.
• Work Order & Documentation: Perform work orders as assigned, ensuring accurate records aligned to FR’s quality system and compliance standards.
• Vendor & Inventory Management: Work with external vendors and monitor inventory and company tools.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce OSHA requirements, including lockout/tagout and machine guarding, while adhering to NFPA 70E/70B practices.
• Communication: Communicate the initiation and completion of critical jobs to leadership team and plant floor leadership.
• Continuous Improvement: Perform various reliability projects to help ensure plant production efforts.
• Reliability Support: Be on call after hours and weekends as needed to support urgent maintenance needs (after probationary period).

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Pneumatic

Hydraulic

HVAC

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Reading schematics

Hand tools

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Salary: $27.00–$32.00 per hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM (Flexible after probationary period)

FR Conversions, a leading manufacturer of wheelchair-accessible vans and Type II ambulances, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure equipment uptime and plant reliability so production can deliver on time, every time. This hands-on role is responsible for maintaining facilities, utilities, and production equipment in a safe and compliant manner. The Maintenance Technician will report to the Maintenance Lead and will drive preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and communicate effectively to support operational success.

Why Join FR Conversions? At FR Conversions, we specialize in engineering innovative and reliable mobility and emergency vehicle solutions. By joining our team, you will lead a critical function that ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operations. You will have the opportunity to make a measurable impact on production reliability and safety culture, while working in a collaborative environment where your skills and leadership will help drive the company’s success.

Key Responsibilities

• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Execute preventive maintenance tasks while monitoring reliability metrics.
• Equipment Coverage: Maintain and troubleshoot systems including powder-coat line and ovens, air compressors/dryers, HVAC/RTUs, sandblasters, vehicle lifts, forklifts, overhead doors, and building utilities (lighting, plumbing, carpentry, alarms, ventilation).
• Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair electrical (24V–480V; 1PH and 3PH), mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic motor control systems to implement permanent fixes.
• Work Order & Documentation: Perform work orders as assigned, ensuring accurate records aligned to FR’s quality system and compliance standards.
• Vendor & Inventory Management: Work with external vendors and monitor inventory and company tools.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce OSHA requirements, including lockout/tagout and machine guarding, while adhering to NFPA 70E/70B practices.
• Communication: Communicate the initiation and completion of critical jobs to leadership team and plant floor leadership.
• Continuous Improvement: Perform various reliability projects to help ensure plant production efforts.
• Reliability Support: Be on call after hours and weekends as needed to support urgent maintenance needs (after probationary period).

Salary & Compensation

The Maintenance Technician position is a full-time, hourly role with compensation based on experience and qualifications. Compensation packages are subject to applicable labor laws, company policies, and payroll regulations.

Safety-Sensitive Position

This role is designated safety-sensitive and requires a pre-employment drug test and physical. Ongoing random, at-cause, and post-incident drug and alcohol testing will also apply.

Why Work With FR Conversions?

Joining FR Conversions means being part of a company that values safety, reliability, and innovation. As Maintenance Technician, you will ensure the smooth and safe operation of our manufacturing facility, directly contributing to our ability to serve customers who rely on our mobility and emergency vehicle solutions. We offer competitive pay and benefits, a positive team-oriented culture, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Consistent attendance and reliability are essential due to the critical nature of facility operations.
• Minimum 2-5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Hands-on knowledge across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to read schematics and “as built” plans, safely use diagnostic tools, and apply problem-solving to reduce downtime.
• Proven experience in preventive maintenance programs and driving reliability improvements.
• Knowledge of OSHA, lockout/tagout, and machine safety standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Customer-focused approach with ability to escape early when safety or cost impacts are identified.
• Ability to task switch and maintain focus on prioritized jobs.
• Ability to lift 50lbs regularly and be on your feet for 8 hours a day regularly. Also, must be able to work from bending and crouching positions.
• Must have basic hand tools for use.

Screenings Required

• Pre-employment drug test
• Pre-employment physical
• A valid and current driver’s license is required; candidates must provide proof of renewal upon expiration
• A clean driving record demonstrated through a motor vehicle record (MVR) check will be conducted prior to employment and annually thereafter