Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

G.A. Richards Group; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Sick time

PTO after 90 days

Job summary

State Heat Treating Company is seeking a maintenance technician to install, repair, and maintain machinery, electrical systems, and building components in a safety‑driven environment. You will diagnose malfunctions, dismantle and replace parts, and test equipment after service to ensure proper operation.

The role requires an AA or equivalent, with 6 months to 1 year of related experience, and offers a structured shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or any combination of education and experience equal to twelve months.

Responsibilities

• Observes equipment for unusual sounds and/or visual indications to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors, operators, or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Inspects and repairs electrical apparatus, such as motors, starters, and wiring, and maintains electrical components of machinery and equipment.
• Repairs and maintains physical structures of buildings.
• Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Starts equipment after service to test for proper operation.
• Monitors critical components for correct function and reports any possible problems.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks as needed.

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

Pay Range: $20/hr - $29/hr

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, sick time, and PTO after 90 days!

Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Summary: Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Observes equipment for unusual sounds and/or visual indications to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors, operators, or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as motors, starters, and wiring, as well as electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Repairs and maintains physical structure of building.
• Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Starts equipment after service to test for proper operation
• Diagnoses causes of breakdown and suggests modifications to improve operation. Makes additional repairs to systems if unexpected problems are observed during service
• Monitors critical components for correct function and reports any possible problems.
• Follows all written procedures and instructions
• Performs required work in a safe and efficient manner, with minimal to no supervision
• Is available for call-in when assigned
• Performs Preventive Maintenance tasks as needed
• Able and willing to train other employees in the requirements of this job
• Understand and apply State Heat Treat’s Quality Program. Actively participate in solving problems and improving the system.
• Able to safely and effectively operate a Fork Truck
• Participates in team activities for problem solving and process development

Who We Are:

State Heat Treating Company is a heat-treating business that services multiple industries. We engage high safety and quality standards to produce consistent and reliable parts for our customers. At State Heat Treating, our values of respect, integrity, self-discipline, grit and accountability allow us to exceed our customers' needs every day as we continue to grow and develop our company, our community and ourselves.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience:

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or any combination of education and experience equal to twelve months.