Maintenance Technician II

PDS Tech, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% shift premium

Job summary

PDS Tech, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician II for 2nd or 3rd shift to support critical manufacturing equipment in Allentown, PA.

You will perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on advanced production machinery and collaborate with a cross-functional team to ensure safety and reliability. The role requires troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems, with responsibilities that span documentation, calibration, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification plus 3+ years manufacturing maintenance experience or High School Diploma with 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings, manuals, and electrical schematics.
• Willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and routine maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair CNC machines and manufacturing systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment failures.
• Maintain and repair motor starters, servo systems, and VFDs; calibrate process control equipment and instrumentation.
• Assemble, install, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems; support facility maintenance.

Skills

Industrial troubleshooting

Read schematics

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree or Technical/Trade School certification

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

CMMS maintenance systems

PLC controls

CNC maintenance

Job description

Power Up Your Career as a Maintenance Technician II!

Join a leading manufacturer supporting the power generation and aerospace industries, where your maintenance expertise will directly impact cutting-edge production equipment and critical manufacturing operations.

Position Highlights

• Location: Allentown, PA | 100% Onsite

• Schedule:

• 2nd Shift (Monday - Friday 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM) or

• 3rd Shift (Monday - Friday 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM)

  Training on 1st Shift for approximately one month

• Pay Rate: $37.79/hour + 10% Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift

About the Role

Are you a skilled maintenance professional who thrives on troubleshooting complex equipment and keeping production running at peak performance? We're seeking a Maintenance Technician II to perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on advanced manufacturing equipment used in highly specialized industrial applications.

In this role, you'll work with a broad range of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems while collaborating with a team that values safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and routine maintenance on production equipment.

• Diagnose and repair CNC machines and manufacturing systems.

• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment failures.

• Maintain and repair motor starters, servo systems, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).

• Calibrate process control equipment and instrumentation.

Installation & Repair

• Assemble, install, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems.

• Rebuild, install, and repair centrifugal and diaphragm pumps.

• Install piping, conduit, and raceway systems.

• Support facility and building maintenance activities as needed.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Accurately document maintenance activities within a CMMS system.

• Interpret equipment manuals, drawings, and electrical schematics.

• Support efforts to improve equipment reliability, uptime, and overall operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

You Bring

• Associate degree or Technical/Trade School certification in a related field and at least 3 years of manufacturing maintenance experience, OR

• High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical and mechanical systems.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and electrical schematics.

• Willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift, overtime, and weekends as needed.

• Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toe footwear, safety glasses, hearing protection, arc-flash gear, and fall-protection equipment when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CNC machine maintenance and repair.

• Working knowledge of PLCs, industrial controls, and automation systems.

• Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, servos, pumps, and electromechanical equipment.

• Experience using CMMS maintenance systems.

• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Why Join Us?

Make an Impact

Support manufacturing operations that contribute to critical technologies within the aerospace and power generation sectors.

Work with Advanced Technology

Gain exposure to sophisticated machining equipment, industrial automation systems, CNC machinery, and precision manufacturing processes.

Competitive Compensation

Enjoy a strong hourly rate plus a 10% shift premium for qualifying shifts.

Growth & Stability

Join a team committed to continuous improvement, technical development, operational excellence, and long-term career growth.

Collaborative Culture

Work alongside experienced professionals in a safety-focused environment that values ownership, innovation, and teamwork.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $37.79 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.