Maintenance Technician - Power Plant

Crane NXT, Co.; Dalton (MA); On-site; USD 37,966 - 47,885; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company bonus plan

401(K) match

Job summary

Crane NXT, Co. seeks a Power Plant Maintenance Technician in Dalton, MA. In this hands-on role, you'll maintain and repair essential steam-related systems to ensure operational reliability. Ideal candidates will have at least 4 years of experience and a strong mechanical aptitude. This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, promoting a culture where innovation and teamwork are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in support services or production.
• Ability to pass U.S. Government security clearance.
• Experience in the paper or related manufacturing industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair steam-related equipment.
• Execute preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Collaborate with teams to complete work safely and efficiently.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Outlook

JD Edwards

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Join Crane Currency as a Power Plant Maintenance Technician in Dalton, MA and be part of a team where people matter, and innovation thrives.

Who we are

Crane Currency is a premier industrial technology company and a pioneer in currency manufacturing and advanced micro-optics technology for securing physical products. Yes, chances are you have our product in your wallet right now! Our sophisticated equipment and software leverage proprietary core capabilities with detection and sensing technologies. Around the world, our customers trust us to anticipate their needs with innovative, reliable, and high-quality currency & authentication solutions and services-just as they have for generations.

How you will make an impact

In this role, you will play a hands‑on part in keeping our power plant and manufacturing operations running efficiently and reliably. You’ll install, maintain, and repair a wide range of steam‑related and mechanical systems that are critical to production. From preventative maintenance to troubleshooting and project work, you’ll help minimize downtime and support continuous operations. This is a role where your mechanical expertise directly contributes to safety, reliability, and overall operational performance.

• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of steam‑related equipment and mechanical systems
• Execute preventative maintenance and respond to troubleshooting and emergency repair calls
• Support maintenance across raw materials processing, papermaking, and converting equipment
• Repair and rebuild pumps, bearings, seals, compressors, and related components
• Perform fabrication, welding, and mechanical assembly using appropriate tools and equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems using schematics, blueprints, and diagnostic methods
• Conduct equipment alignments, lubrication, and component change‑outs
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to complete work safely and efficiently

Knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role

• High School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years of experience in support services or production
• Proven mechanical aptitude with strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment with minimal direction
• Effective communication skills with the ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Basic computer skills (MS Outlook, JD Edwards, MS Word, MS Excel)
• Ability to pass U.S. Government security clearance and maintain suitability for a Public Trust position

Preferred

• 3+ years of experience in the paper or related manufacturing industry
• Experience with pumps, motors, piping systems, and mechanical equipment used in manufacturing
• Root cause failure analysis experience
• Experience working with maintenance systems and work order tools
• Demonstrated ability to lead or support team‑based maintenance activities

The salary range for this role is $27.56-34.76 hourly. Pay is based on multiple factors including but not limited to work experience, qualifications, credentials, and location.

How we will care for you

We offer top‑notch benefits, including medical, dental, vision, company bonus plan, 401(K) match and more.

What drives our team

We are a passionate team of 1,300 creators and problem solvers, united by our purpose, we give people confidence every day in moments that matter. This comes to life through our Shared Values:

• People Matter
• Do the Right Thing
• Trusted Partner
• Innovate for Growth
• Always Improving

Learn more about our values and culture.

Where we are

Your role is in Dalton, Massachusetts, a 45-mile drive to Albany, NY or Springfield, MA. Check out what makes Dalton a great place to live and work.

Crane Currency is a drug‑free workplace.

SUITABILITY AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION REQUIREMENTS: The final offer of employment will be subject to the applicant’s successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for disqualification in the hiring process. The background investigation process conducted by Crane and our U.S. Government Agency customers is very thorough. Therefore, it is imperative that applicants exercise candor and honesty when answering background questionnaires, especially as it relates to arrest, employment, education, finances, illegal drug use, and/or other criminal history. Falsification discovered in security documents or during the background investigation process may result in an immediate negative suitability determination.

Crane NXT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.