Night-Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician

Accelera; Georgetown Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Jenison, MI is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician for the 3rd shift (Sun–Thu, 10:00 PM–6:00 AM) to maintain and repair production lines in a cellulose insulation facility. You will perform mechanical maintenance, MIG welding, and basic electrical diagnostics while coordinating with production staff during overnight hours.

The role includes training on 1st shift, a safety-focused environment, and full PPE provision.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial maintenance setting with the ability to work autonomously.
• Demonstrated mechanical proficiency with conveyor systems, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
• Proven experience performing MIG welding tasks.
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical troubleshooting, including power flow, relays, and motor controls.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with production teams.
• Availability to work 3rd shift, Sunday through Thursday, with required overtime and occasional weekend work.
• Willingness to complete an initial 2–8 week training period on 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary maintenance technician on 3rd shift to ensure consistent production line uptime.
• Perform essential mechanical tasks including the maintenance of rollers, bearings, shafts, seals, and gearboxes.
• Execute repairs on critical infrastructure such as shredders, conveyors, robot cells, and packaging machinery.
• Utilize MIG welding techniques to fabricate and repair plant components like bracing, guards, and doors.
• Manage hydraulic systems on packaging units by addressing leaks, replacing hoses, and bleeding systems to ensure peak performance.
• Conduct basic electrical diagnostics to identify motor issues and perform component replacements using LOTO procedures.
• Monitor and clear alerts using HMI interfaces to maintain efficient equipment operation.
• Maintain a proactive maintenance schedule by performing inspections, greasing equipment, and completing CMMS work orders.

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

MIG welding

Electrical troubleshooting

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Communication skills

Shift availability

Autonomy

Tools

LOTO procedures

HMI interfaces

Job description

Accelera in Jenison, MI is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician for the 3rd shift (Sun–Thu, 10:00 PM–6:00 AM) to maintain and repair production lines in a cellulose insulation facility. You will perform mechanical maintenance, MIG welding, and basic electrical diagnostics while coordinating with production staff during overnight hours.

The role includes training on 1st shift, a safety-focused environment, and full PPE provision.