Multitrade Maintenance Technician & Welder

OPEN PLAN SYSTEMS LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

401K Program

Job summary

Open Plan Systems is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician/Welder to join our Richmond, VA facility operations team. You will perform welding repairs, maintain machinery, and fabricate structural modifications to support production reliability.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on welding experience (MIG/TIG/Stick), mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, and a safety-focused approach in an industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Practical experience with standard industrial welding techniques (torch, bead, MIG/TIG/Stick). Ability to cut, fit, align, and weld steel and other metals for functional repairs.
• Solid background in general facility maintenance and equipment troubleshooting (e.g., motor swaps, basic electrical wiring, plumbing, wall/fixture repair).
• Proactive 'see it, fix it' mentality with the ability to manage daily tasks independently.
• Clean driving record required for operating company vehicles.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and work comfortably in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, or Stick welding for equipment repairs, structural fixes, custom brackets, fixtures, and facility infrastructure upgrades.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical systems, motors, conveyor systems, and production machinery.
• Perform general plant upkeep, including basic electrical troubleshooting, fixture replacement, industrial plumbing, and structural repairs.
• Conduct routine machinery and equipment inspections to minimize downtime and ensure operational safety.
• Safely operate the company van to transport equipment, materials, and parts between vendors or off-site locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazardous-free work environment in full compliance with OSHA standards.

Skills

Welding techniques (MIG/TIG/Stick)

Facility maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Clean driving record

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Open Plan Systems is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician/Welder to join our Richmond, VA facility operations team. You will perform welding repairs, maintain machinery, and fabricate structural modifications to support production reliability.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on welding experience (MIG/TIG/Stick), mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, and a safety-focused approach in an industrial setting.