Maintenance Technician - Weekend

Valence Surface Technologies; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Long term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401(K) 3% Match

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Valence Surface Technologies is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on plating machinery, tanks, rectifiers, and related equipment in shop conditions.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, basic repairs, documentation of work orders, and collaboration with senior technicians to improve efficiency, safety, and equipment reliability. The role emphasizes safety, training participation, and adhering to export control requirements.

Qualifications

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on plating equipment.
• Assist in diagnosing malfunctions and troubleshooting root causes.
• Document maintenance activities, work orders, and logs.
• Collaborate with senior technicians to improve efficiency and safety.
• Participate in training sessions to stay current with industry practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on plating machinery, tanks, rectifiers, and related equipment.
• Assist in diagnosing equipment malfunctions and participate in troubleshooting efforts.
• Perform basic repairs and adjustments on plating equipment, ensuring safety compliance.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Technician I and III to support development and efficiency.
• Assist in equipment installations, disassembly, and assembly tasks as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, including work orders and logs.
• Participate in training sessions to develop technical skills and stay current with best practices.
• Support senior technicians in identifying opportunities for upgrades or enhancements.
• Comply with safety guidelines to create a safe working environment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the maintenance workshop.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Documentation

Team collaboration

Job description

The majority of work is performed in shop conditions.

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks on plating machinery, tanks, rectifiers, and other equipment according to established schedules and maintenance procedures.
• Assist in diagnosing equipment malfunctions and participate in troubleshooting efforts to identify root causes of issues.
• Perform basic repairs and adjustments on plating equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and maintenance standards.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Technician I and III to support their development and enhance the efficiency of maintenance activities.
• Assist in equipment installations, disassembly, and assembly tasks as required by the maintenance team.
• Help maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, including work orders, maintenance logs, and inventory records.
• Participate in training sessions and workshops to further develop technical skills and stay current with industry best practices.
• Support senior technicians in identifying opportunities for equipment upgrades, modifications, or enhancements to improve efficiency and safety.
• Comply with all safety guidelines and protocols to create a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the maintenance workshop, ensuring that tools and equipment are properly stored and in good working condition.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Long term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(K) 3% Match
• Holiday Pay

• Four days schedule: Work 36 hours get paid for 40 hours
• Friday and Monday 7:00am to 3:30pm Saturday and Sunday 6:30am to 5:00pm
• Compensation $35.00 to $38.00 Hourly

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Persons”.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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