Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift)

Jobot; Athol (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Medical insurance

HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement)

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Additional coverage (accident, illness

Hospital coverage

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial production equipment in Athol, MA. This 2nd shift role (Mon-Fri, 3PM-11PM) offers a strong mechanical maintenance focus and opportunities to improve uptime and reliability on a variety of machinery.

Ideal candidates have experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, drive systems, and basic electrical troubleshooting, and are comfortable reading mechanical and electrical schematics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in industrial maintenance or a similar role.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, drive systems, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical diagrams.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial manufacturing and production equipment.
• Perform mechanical maintenance on gearboxes, drive systems, bearings, conveyors, pneumatic systems.
• Maintain and repair all machinery and equipment to minimize downtime.
• Identify equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to improve reliability.
• Remove, replace, rebuild, and install mechanical components.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, hydraulic diagrams, and electrical prints.
• Follow LOTO, OSHA, and safety procedures; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Lockout/Tagout

Team collaboration

Tools

CMMS

Welding equipment

Machining tools

Hydraulic tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift)

$27 - $38 per hour | Athol, MA | On-site | Permanent

Troubleshoot industrial machinery, perform repairs, and maximize production equipment uptime.

A bit about us:

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Maintenance Technician to join a well-established manufacturing operation in the Athol, MA area. This individual will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial production equipment to ensure maximum uptime, efficiency, and reliability.

2nd Shift - Monday - Friday - 3PM - 11PM

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical maintenance background, experience working with complex manufacturing machinery, and the ability to diagnose equipment failures and perform repairs independently. Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drive systems, and basic electrical troubleshooting is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional looking to join a stable manufacturing organization, work with a variety of industrial equipment, and make a direct impact on production performance.

Why join us?

• Shift Differential: Additional compensation for second-shift hours.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA).
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage.
• Opportunities for technical development and career advancement.
• Stable manufacturing environment with an established organization.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial manufacturing and production equipment.
• Perform mechanical maintenance on gearboxes, drive systems, bearings, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and other production machinery.
• Maintain and repair all machinery and equipment.
• Identify equipment failures and implement effective repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to improve equipment reliability and extend machinery life.
• Remove, replace, rebuild, and install mechanical components and machine assemblies.
• Perform welding, fabrication, machining, and modification of machine components when necessary.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, hydraulic diagrams, pneumatic schematics, and basic electrical prints.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical issues involving motors, sensors, controls, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Inspect machinery to ensure proper operation, alignment, performance, and safety.
• Assist with new equipment installations, machinery upgrades, and process improvements.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document work orders, repairs, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and communicate equipment and material needs.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), OSHA, and all company safety procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance and downtime reduction.
• Provide technical guidance and assistance to less experienced maintenance personnel.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience as an Industrial Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Mechanic, Industrial Mechanic, Manufacturing Maintenance Technician, or position similar.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.
• Experience working with gearboxes, bearings, motors, drive systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and industrial equipment repair.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge, including industrial controls and automated equipment.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Understanding of industrial safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize maintenance activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working directly on the production floor around industrial machinery.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an industrial / machine heavy manufacturing environment.
• Welding, machining, and metal fabrication experience.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment, electrical controls, and automation systems.
• Experience using CMMS software for maintenance tracking and work orders.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement.
• Previous experience supporting second-shift manufacturing operations.

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