Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Instant Systems Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health Benefits

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Career Growth

Job summary

Instant Systems Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician to support manufacturing equipment and facilities systems.

The role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electro-mechanical assets, air compressors, heat presses, and pneumatic systems to ensure reliability and efficiency across production operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in industrial maintenance, electromechanical technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar electro-mechanical maintenance role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems (AC/DC motors, sensors, PLCs) and mechanical components (bearings, belts, pulleys, gearboxes).

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on electro-mechanical equipment, including motors, drives, sensors, PLC-controlled systems and pneumatic equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report on equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company maintenance standards.
• Assist with equipment installations and facility upgrades as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical components

Diagnostic tools

Independent work

Lifting capability

Education

Associate degree in industrial maintenance or electromechanical technology

Tools

Multimeters

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician to support manufacturing equipment, facilities systems, compressors, pneumatic equipment, and production operations. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electro-mechanical systems, air compressors, heat presses and related pneumatic systems. This role ensures the reliability and efficiency of manufacturing and facility equipment through proactive and corrective maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on electro-mechanical equipment, including motors, drives, sensors, PLC-controlled systems and pneumatic equipment.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of air compressors, heat presses, and associated pneumatic components.
• Builds tooling.
• Conduct routine facilities maintenance, including cleanrooms and HEPA filtration systems, to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and implement corrective actions to minimize equipment downtime.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report on equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company maintenance standards.
• Assist with equipment installations and facility upgrades as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to support production and operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To Be Considered You'll Need

• Associate degree in industrial maintenance, electromechanical technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems (AC/DC motors, sensors, PLCs) and mechanical components (bearings, belts, pulleys, gearboxes).
• Experience working with rotary contact screw air compressors is desirable.
• Proficient in using diagnostic tools, multimeters, and other maintenance equipment (hand tools, power tools).
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond quickly to equipment failures.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs.
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Solid company-centric ideology.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• The ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Core values of honesty and respect.
• A thirst for learning.
• The desire to be challenged.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future.

You Will Thrive If You

• enjoy an autonomous work environment.
• have a LEAN mindset.
• are the first person to help.
• seek out opportunities to bring added value.

Company Benefits & Perks

• 401K
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• Corporate Sponsored Events
• Skill growth opportunities
• Short Term Disability
• Ability to Advance
• Working with energetic & creative problem solvers
• A mission worthy of your energy and expertise

Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background and drug screening. It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company's needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.