Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

AOC Metal Works; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Wellness programs

Community initiatives

Job summary

AOC Metal Works in Chester, VA seeks a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and facility systems. You will address breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and document work in the CMMS to support safe, reliable operations.

The role requires mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, reading schematics and manuals, and strong teamwork with Production and Quality.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting with hydraulics/pneumatics knowledge.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and basic drawings.
• Experience with sensors, motors, PLCs; willingness to learn advanced skills.
• Safety-focused with lockout/tagout and proper PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment (laser, punches, presses, coating, conveyors).
• Perform preventive maintenance and document work in CMMS.
• Respond to breakdowns, diagnose issues, and test equipment before return to production.
• Coordinate with Production and Quality to minimize downtime.
• Assist with equipment installation, relocation, and improvements as directed.
• Maintain orderly tool/parts storage and communicate shortages.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

PLC-operated equipment

Lockout/tagout safety

Maintenance planning

Teamwork and communication

Documentation of work orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school or industrial maintenance certification preferred

Tools

Multimeters

Hand tools & power tools

Maintenance management system (MPulse)

Reading equipment manuals and schematics

Job description

At AOC Metal Works, it is our policy to be number one in quality, delivery, and customer service. We strive to exceed our customers' expectations and promote through our continuous improvement efforts, while providing a safe and teamwork-based work environment.

What We Offer

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Wellness & Community Initiatives

Explore Opportunities

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment and facility systems at AOC Stamptech Chester. This hands-on position responds to equipment breakdowns, performs scheduled preventive maintenance, documents completed work, and works with the maintenance team and Production to support safe, reliable equipment operation.

Principal Accountabilities:

(The following describes the general nature and level of work being performed and is not an exhaustive list of all expectations.)

The successful Maintenance Technician may perform any of the following:

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment, including laser cutting systems and material handling towers, turret punches, stamping presses, press brakes, powder coating equipment, welding equipment, conveyors, and supporting equipment within demonstrated skill and authorization.
• Identify and correct common electrical and control problems using schematics, multimeters, control-panel fault information, and equipment manuals; assist senior personnel with complex motor, drive, and sensors.
• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and lubrication maintenance, including replacement or adjustment of bearings, belts, chains, motors, cylinders, hoses, valves, and other machine components.
• Complete assigned preventive maintenance inspections and tasks on schedule; record maintenance work, equipment findings, labor, and parts used in MPulse or the designated maintenance management system.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns, troubleshoot safely, communicate equipment status and repair needs, and test equipment operation before returning it to Production.
• Recognize repeat failures and abnormal equipment conditions; report findings and potential corrective actions to the Senior Maintenance Technician or Maintenance Manager.
• Assist with equipment installation, relocation, startup, machine adjustments, contractor support, and maintenance improvement projects as directed.
• Work cooperatively with other team members; seek guidance on unfamiliar repairs and share useful repair and equipment information.
• Identify needed replacement parts and consumables, maintain orderly tool and parts storage, and communicate shortages or repair requirements to the Maintenance Manager.
• Follow lockout/tagout, machine guarding, electrical safety, lifting/rigging, powered industrial truck, and all applicable company safety procedures; do not perform work beyond training or authorization.
• Coordinate maintenance work with Production and Quality personnel to minimize downtime; keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures and perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills Required for Position:

• Two or more years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting preferred; equivalent technical training or relevant hands-on experience considered.
• Practical mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability, with working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems; ability to read equipment manuals, basic schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with sensors, motors, controls, and PLC-operated equipment preferred; willingness to develop advanced troubleshooting skills with guidance.
• Experience with fabrication, stamping, laser, press brake, turret punch, powder coating, or similar manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, multimeters, measuring equipment, and maintenance diagnostic tools safely and correctly.
• Ability to complete preventive maintenance tasks and accurately document work orders, findings, and parts usage in a computerized maintenance management system.
• Dependable attendance, effective teamwork, good communication with Production, and sound judgment when prioritizing repair work and escalating safety or technical concerns.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school, apprenticeship, or industrial maintenance certification preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment; safely perform standing, bending, climbing, and equipment access tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift and move maintenance materials using appropriate assistance or mechanical aids; availability for overtime or off-shift repairs as business needs require.