Maintenance Technician-Mechanic

1st Employment; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

1st Employment is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for night shift to keep production equipment, facility systems, and plant operations running safely and efficiently.

The role involves multi-craft maintenance (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, automated) with duties including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, and support for plant projects. Experience in food or chemical industry preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a modern industrial facility.
• Associate degree, state-recognized apprenticeship/license, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Previous experience in the food or chemical industry is preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, specifications, and equipment documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production machinery and facility equipment.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems.
• Respond to equipment malfunctions and complete repairs in a timely and safe manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to established schedules.
• Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical equipment and plant systems.
• Install, maintain, and repair piping systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, gauges, valves, and pressure regulators.
• Assist with plant-wide mechanical repairs, equipment installation, and fabrication projects.
• Help maintain buildings and grounds as needed.
• Operate powered equipment when required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, forms, and documentation.
• Report defective equipment, unsafe conditions, and other concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, GMP requirements, and industry standards.
• Participate in required training, including HazWOPER and Boiler Certification training.
• Perform other maintenance and multi-craft duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Education

Associate degree or apprenticeship

Job description

Night Shift

$25 - $35/hour (Based on Experience)

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to help keep production equipment, facility systems, and plant operations running safely and efficiently. This is a multi-craft maintenance role involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, automated, and facility equipment. The Maintenance Technician will troubleshoot equipment issues, perform preventive maintenance, complete repairs, and support a variety of plant maintenance and fabrication projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production machinery and facility equipment.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems.
• Respond to equipment malfunctions and complete repairs in a timely and safe manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to established schedules.
• Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical equipment and plant systems.
• Install, maintain, and repair piping systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, gauges, valves, and pressure regulators.
• Assist with plant-wide mechanical repairs, equipment installation, and fabrication projects.
• Help maintain buildings and grounds as needed.
• Operate powered equipment when required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, forms, and documentation.
• Report defective equipment, unsafe conditions, and other concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, GMP requirements, and industry standards.
• Participate in required training, including HazWOPER and Boiler Certification training.
• Perform other maintenance and multi-craft duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of successful maintenance experience in a modern industrial facility .
• Associate degree, state-recognized apprenticeship/license, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Previous experience in the food or chemical industry is preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, specifications, and equipment documentation.
• Strong PC and basic computer skills.
• Ability to apply advanced trade mathematics to maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and accept direction and assistance when needed.
• Must communicate effectively in English.
• Must be able to use sound judgment when troubleshooting unusual or complex equipment issues.
• Willingness to work extended hours, off-shifts, and weekends as needed.

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to stand for extended periods and regularly stoop, bend, twist, kneel, and climb ladders.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to perform close visual work involving computers, controls, equipment details, and color identification.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work may take place inside and outside the plant, including production areas, facility spaces, and offices.
• Environment may include uneven walking surfaces, noise, dust, fluids, compressed gases, electrical equipment, rotating machinery, hot surfaces, wet floors, loose materials, and moving lift equipment.