Senior Maintenance Tech

Vip Staffing - zrb; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Vip Staffing - zrb is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to lead preventive maintenance and optimize production equipment in a high-volume manufacturing setting. The role focuses on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems with a strong emphasis on reliability and downtime reduction.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, reads blueprints, and can mentor junior technicians.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Experience troubleshooting production equipment, conveyors, motors, and automated systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead preventive maintenance (PM) programs on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machinery
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Diagnose equipment failures using precision measuring tools and diagnostic instruments
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals
• Dismantle and repair defective equipment using hoists, cranes, and hand/power tools
• Inspect and measure parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools
• Fabricate or modify parts using machine shop equipment
• Adjust and calibrate equipment to ensure optimal performance and efficiency
• Lead efforts to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability (OEE)
• Support and mentor junior maintenance technicians as needed
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, reports, and documentation (CMMS systems preferred)
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and company policies

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Leadership

CNC knowledge

PLC troubleshooting

CMMS familiarity

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Maintenance Technician to support a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for leading advanced troubleshooting, preventive maintenance programs, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical and electrical systems, and production equipment optimization.

Location: South San Antonio (Lackland & Hwy 90)

Pay: Starting at $28 DOE

Schedule: Full-Time | 12-hour shifts + mandatory weekends

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and lead preventive maintenance (PM) programs on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machinery
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Diagnose equipment failures using precision measuring tools and diagnostic instruments
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals
• Dismantle and repair defective equipment using hoists, cranes, and hand/power tools
• Inspect and measure parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools
• Fabricate or modify parts using machine shop equipment
• Adjust and calibrate equipment to ensure optimal performance and efficiency
• Lead efforts to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability (OEE)
• Support and mentor junior maintenance technicians as needed
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, reports, and documentation (CMMS systems preferred)
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and company policies

Minimum Requirements

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Experience troubleshooting production equipment, conveyors, motors, and automated systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints
• Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced production environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 LBS
• Must pass drug screen & background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CNC machines, injection molding, or high-volume manufacturing
• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting (Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
• Background in lean manufacturing, TPM, or continuous improvement initiatives
• Prior experience in a lead or senior-level maintenance role

Core Competencies

• Advanced troubleshooting & root cause analysis
• Equipment reliability & preventive maintenance strategy
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical expertise
• Leadership, mentorship, and team collaboration

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