Onsite Industrial Maintenance Technician (Electrical/Mechanical)

ABB Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Fort Smith, AR is seeking a maintenance technician to diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. You will interpret schematics, use diagnostic tools, and perform preventive maintenance to keep production lines running.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork with machine operators, and adaptability to new technologies; candidates with a high school diploma and PLC knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree preferred; 2 years experience may substitute.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, control systems, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Skilled reading technical docs, diagnosing issues, repairing heavy machinery, and communicating root causes.
• Adaptable, organized, able to manage priorities, cross-train, and learn new technologies with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Read schematics, operate tools, and research information to repair equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, keep repair records, and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Prioritize safety, collaborate with machine operators, and support overtime to keep equipment running.

Skills

Electrical systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

PLC troubleshooting

Control systems

Diagnostics

Root cause analysis

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

2 years related experience acceptable

3+ years in manufacturing

Job description

ABB Fort Smith, AR is seeking a maintenance technician to diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. You will interpret schematics, use diagnostic tools, and perform preventive maintenance to keep production lines running.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork with machine operators, and adaptability to new technologies; candidates with a high school diploma and PLC knowledge are preferred.