Maintenance Technician II

the LEGO Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for advancement

Technical training and development

Team-oriented work environment

Competitive pay and benefits

Family care leave

Life and disability insurance

Headspace wellbeing program

Colleague discount

Bonus program

Job summary

The LEGO Group in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician II to join our operations team. You will independently perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, and support efficient line changeovers to keep lines running at peak performance.

You will document work in CMMS, participate in Lean and Kaizen initiatives, and mentor newer technicians while collaborating with engineers and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 2-5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Able to troubleshoot and repair equipment independently.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and documenting work orders.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and reading technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, reliable operation of production and packaging equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance independently.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Support equipment changeovers and line setups.
• Identify issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Document maintenance work, downtime, and repairs in CMMS.
• Follow and improve standard work procedures and maintenance practices.
• Collaborate with operators, technicians, and engineers on issues.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen).
• Assist in training Maintenance Technician I team members.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Documentation in CMMS

Reading schematics

Safety and teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

PLC troubleshoot (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Are you an experienced technician ready to take the next step in your career? As a Maintenance Technician II, you will play a key role in maintaining equipment reliability and supporting efficient production operations. In this role, you will work independently, troubleshoot equipment issues, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts while collaborating with engineers and fellow technicians.

Compensation & Schedule

• Starting Pay $31.45/hour (paid weekly)
• Shift Differential 10% for night shift
• Schedule Rotating 2-2-3 shift pattern (day and night shifts)

What You’ll Do

• Ensure safe and reliable operation of production and packaging equipment
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance independently
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems with minimal supervision
• Support and execute equipment changeovers and line setups
• Identify equipment issues, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and implement corrective actions
• Accurately document maintenance work, downtime, and repairs in CMMS systems
• Follow and continuously improve standard work procedures and maintenance practices
• Collaborate with operators, technicians, and engineers to resolve equipment issues
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, etc.)
• Assist in training and mentoring Maintenance Technician I team members
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and actively support safety initiatives

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred
• 2-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment independently
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and documenting work orders
• Basic ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and standard computer skills
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with conveyors, automated systems, or packaging equipment
• Basic experience with PLC troubleshooting or HMI systems
• Experience participating in root cause analysis or continuous improvement initiatives

What We Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement to Maintenance Technician III or Engineering roles
• Ongoing technical training and skill development
• A team-oriented work environment
• Competitive pay and benefits

What’s in it for you?

Family Care Leave -

We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.

Insurances -

All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.

Wellbeing -

We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based

Colleague Discount -

We know you’ll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.

Bonus -

We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you’ll be rewarded through our bonus scheme

Your workplace -

You’ll find this at the top of this advert and when you join the team, we’ll confirm this with you.

We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.

The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.

We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to "inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow."

The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.

We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.

Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.