Preventative Maintenance Technician – CNC & Machinery

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY seeks a Maintenance Technician for the Lexington site to perform preventative maintenance on CNC and manual equipment and support daily operations. The role requires following schedules, inspections, and safety practices to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities include lubricating, aligning, and replacing components; basic electrical troubleshooting; and maintaining CMMS/SAP records. Team collaboration and adherence to Lean methods are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• 3+ years of related work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Must take and follow direction from others with little to no supervision.
• Ability to effectively problem-solve through a systematic approach.
• Ability to work in a team setting and environment.
• Ability to use power and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment, machinery, and facility systems.
• Follow established PM schedules, checklists, procedures, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Inspect equipment for wear, damage, leaks, vibration, abnormal noise, and other signs of potential failure.
• Lubricate, adjust, align, and replace components as required during preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other equipment issues.
• Perform corrective maintenance and repairs identified during PM inspections.
• Replace worn or damaged bearings, belts, chains, seals, motors, switches, sensors, and other components.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting using meters and other diagnostic equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and maintenance documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of completed PMs, repairs, parts used, and equipment conditions.
• Enter maintenance activities and equipment history into the CMMS/SAP system.
• Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend improvements to eliminate the root cause.
• Assist with developing and improving preventative maintenance procedures and PM frequencies.
• Work with production personnel to coordinate maintenance activities and minimize production interruptions.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and assist with emergency repairs when necessary.
• Maintain an organized inventory of maintenance parts, supplies, and tools.
• Assist with installation, relocation, setup, and startup of new or existing equipment.
• Support continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and reliability initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and machine safety requirements.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Tool usage

Self-directed

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Power and hand tools

Job description

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY seeks a Maintenance Technician for the Lexington site to perform preventative maintenance on CNC and manual equipment and support daily operations. The role requires following schedules, inspections, and safety practices to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities include lubricating, aligning, and replacing components; basic electrical troubleshooting; and maintaining CMMS/SAP records. Team collaboration and adherence to Lean methods are essential.