Maintenance Technician II

The Peterson School; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Symmons Industries in Braintree, MA, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to repair and perform preventive maintenance on CNC machines and shop equipment. You will identify faults, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and keep detailed maintenance records.

Join a team-focused environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Candidates should have 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience and strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong background in industrial equipment maintenance.
• Industrial technical certification is preferred.
• At least five years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment.
• Experience working with electrical systems and components, including motors, transformers, relays, contactors, fuses, and breakers.
• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic, lubrication, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience working with hand and power tools.
• Able to use a multimeter, calipers, and measuring tape.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing one or more manufacturers is highly desired: Okuma, Nakamura-Toma, Bridgeport, Porta, or other Japanese or Italian-made machines.
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Completion and passing Basic Math/English and Mechanical Aptitude Testing are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform breakdown and preventive maintenance on CNC machines (lathes and mills), shop equipment (drill press, saws, milling machines), conveyors, impact drivers, and pumps.
• Identify and repair electrical and mechanical faults and anomalies.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work.
• Collaborate with other maintenance technicians as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Hand and power tools

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Industrial technical certification (preferred)

Tools

Multimeter

Calipers

Measuring tape

Job description

Company: Symmons Industries Location: Braintree

Repair and perform preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring they operate at peak efficiency and reliability.

Summary Of Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform breakdown and preventive maintenance on CNC machines (lathes and mills), shop equipment (drill press, saws, milling machines), conveyors, impact drivers, and pumps.
• Identify and repair electrical and mechanical faults and anomalies.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work.
• Collaborate with other maintenance technicians as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong background in industrial equipment maintenance
• Industrial technical certification is preferred
• At least five years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment
• Experience working with electrical systems and components, including motors, transformers, relays, contactors, fuses, and breakers.
• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic, lubrication, and pneumatic systems
• Experience working with hand and power tools
• Able to use a multimeter, calipers, and measuring tape
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing one or more manufacturers is highly desired: Okuma, Nakamura-Toma, Bridgeport, Porta, or other Japanese or Italian-made machines.
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Completion and passing Basic Math/English and Mechanical Aptitude Testing are required.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting, carrying, and/or moving items up to 35 lbs.
• Able to climb up/down and work off ladders.
• Able to work in tight spaces.
• Safety glasses are required in the manufacturing space.
• Kneeling, bending, and standing for most of the day.
• Able to work in a non-air-conditioned environment.