Maintenance Technician – Equipment Reliability & Repairs

Sun Gro Horticulture; Quincy (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (teledoc & FSA)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Spending Account

Employee Support

Mental Wellness

Short term disability

401k Match

Paid vacation

Floating days

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Engagement Events

Awards and Recognition

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Employee Perks & Discounts

Job summary

Sun Gro Horticulture is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support plant uptime and reliability. The role involves maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, performing preventive maintenance, and testing electrical components.

Strong communication with plant personnel is essential to resolve equipment issues and disruptions. Responsibilities emphasize accurate maintenance documentation, adherence to safety programs, and the ability to work in a

Qualifications

• Fluent in verbal and written English.
• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Able to lift up to 45 lbs on a routine basis.
• Comfortable with standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Must be able to climb industrial ladders and work at heights as needed.
• Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Safety-focused with the ability to proactively identify hazards.

Responsibilities

• Strictly adhere to all plant safety practices, codes, procedures, and programs
• Communicate with plant personnel to identify, diagnose, and repair equipment issues and process upsets
• Use and maintain the Maintenance Work Order System with accuracy
• Complete documentation for Work Orders, preventive maintenance tasks, part requisitions, scheduling, and other maintenance processes
• Identify needed parts and supplies and follow ordering procedures to obtain them
• Rebuild complex mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, valves)
• Complete assigned Work Orders and request assistance when necessary
• Perform complex rebuilds and modifications to plant systems and individual equipment
• Conduct welding, basic pipefitting, and hydraulic/pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs
• Participate in special projects as assigned
• Perform additional duties as required

Skills

Fluent English

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Sun Gro Horticulture is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support plant uptime and reliability. The role involves maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, performing preventive maintenance, and testing electrical components.

Strong communication with plant personnel is essential to resolve equipment issues and disruptions. Responsibilities emphasize accurate maintenance documentation, adherence to safety programs, and the ability to work in a