Maintenance Technician

Lignetics; Youngsville (Warren County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral bonus

2 weeks paid time off

Floating holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

FSA and HSA options

Educational assistance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) with employer match

PPE and gear

Heating pellet program

On-site gear

Job summary

Lignetics is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient plant operations.

Strong mechanical and electrical skills, plus the ability to work independently and with others, help minimize downtime and support continuous improvement. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, outages, and basic facility repairs, with on-call shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; vocational/technical training preferred.
• 1–5 years of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting in industry.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and basic hydraulic systems preferred.
• Ability to diagnose problems and complete repairs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment malfunctions and repair.
• Repair and maintain industrial production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic and basic hydraulic systems as needed.
• Assist with planning scheduled maintenance outages.
• Perform minor facility repairs and general building maintenance.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and maintenance requests promptly.
• Communicate repair needs and maintenance activities to the team.
• Follow safety procedures and maintenance protocols.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial environment

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Job Type: Full time

Shift Schedule: Monday- Friday 6am-2pm and as needed per on-call

Salary: $26/hour

Description

Lignetics is a leading manufacturer of renewable wood products, including premium wood pellets, fire logs, and other wood-based heating and lifestyle products. We are committed to producing high-quality products while maintaining safe, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing operations. Our employees are the foundation of our success. We are looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who take pride in their work and want to be part of a team dedicated to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Summary

Lignetics is seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team. This position is responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe and efficient plant operations. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively to minimize equipment downtime. This position also supports preventive maintenance activities, scheduled maintenance outages, and general facility repairs.

Pre-employment Check

• Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment malfunctions and perform necessary repairs.
• Repair and maintain industrial production equipment to minimize downtime and support efficient plant operations.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and routine servicing.
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic and basic hydraulic systems as needed.
• Assist the Maintenance Lead or Manager with planning and preparing for scheduled maintenance outages.
• Perform minor facility repairs, including plumbing, electrical, painting, and general building maintenance.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Communicate equipment concerns, repair needs, and maintenance activities to appropriate team members.
• Follow established safety procedures, company policies, and maintenance protocols.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training preferred.
• 1–5 years of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and basic hydraulic systems preferred.
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems, identify appropriate solutions, and complete repairs.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, follow established procedures, and respond to changing maintenance needs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Availability to work additional shifts and respond to on-call maintenance needs as required.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Maintenance Technician Benefits

• Employee referral bonus program
• 2 weeks of paid time off plus 2 floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with FSA and HSA options
• Educational assistance
• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
• Employee heating pellet program
• Lignetics-branded gear, including an annual pair of work boots and other personal protective equipment (PPE)

Lignetics believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, or on any other protected status under state, local or federal law. Equal employment opportunity is extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination.