Multi-Trade Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Maple Donuts, LLC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Donuts, LLC in Erie, PA seeks a skilled Multi-Trade Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain highly automated packaging lines. You will work on PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, and motors while reducing downtime and optimizing uptime.

The role requires at least 5 years in heavy manufacturing, strong electrical and mechanical skills, and OSHA safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance within heavy manufacturing or high-speed packaging.
• Proficient with PLCs and online ladder logic across control systems.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, and electrical diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain PLC-controlled production lines.
• Repair and rebuild industrial equipment including packaging machinery, conveyors, gearboxes, pumps and compressors.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, valves, cylinders, manifolds and accumulators.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits up to 480V 3-phase, including VFDs and servo motors.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance; document actions in CMMS.
• Read blueprints, electrical schematics, and P&IDs to assist installations and modifications.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical diagnostics

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

HS diploma

Associate degree

Journeyman license

PLC certification

Tools

RSLogix/Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Multi-Trade Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will diagnose, repair, and maintain complex, highly automated manufacturing machinery. The ideal candidate possesses a robust background in mechanical systems (hydraulics, pneumatics, gearing) paired with strong electrical skills and advanced PLC troubleshooting capabilities. You will be responsible for minimizing production downtime by performing preventative maintenance, executing emergency repairs, and optimizing automated systems.

Key Responsibilities

• PLC & Automation Troubleshooting: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and fault-find PLC-controlled production lines using programming software (e.g., Allen-Bradley RSLogix/Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal).
• Mechanical Systems Repair: Repair and rebuild industrial equipment, including high-speed packaging machinery, conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, compressors, and blowers.
• Fluid Power Maintenance: Diagnose and repair complex hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including proportional valves, cylinders, manifolds, and accumulators. [
• Electrical Systems Maintenance: Troubleshoot industrial electrical circuits up to 480V 3-Phase, including VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), servo motors, sensors, relays, and motor starters.
• Preventative & Predictive Maintenance (PM/PdM): Execute scheduled PMs, use laser alignment tools, perform vibration analysis, and document all actions in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Equipment Upgrades: Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics, and P&ID diagrams to assist engineering teams with machinery installations and modifications.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as an industrial maintenance technician or multi-craft mechanic in a heavy manufacturing or high-speed packaging environment.
• PLC Background: Demonstrated ability to connect to a PLC online, monitor ladder logic, trace I/O faults, and modify code if required.
• Multi-Trade Mastery: Equal proficiency in mechanical fabrication (welding/machining is a plus) and electrical diagnostics.
• Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking skills to quickly isolate root causes of complex, combined electro-mechanical failures under time constraints.
• Safety Mindset: Strict adherence to OSHA standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash safety and confined space protocols.

Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or Automated Systems (highly preferred).
• Valid Journeyman license in a relevant trade (Millwright, Electrician, or Industrial Mechanic) is a major asset.
• Certified PLC Technician credential or formal OEM automation training is preferred.

Salary will be commensurate with experience.