Senior Maintenance Technician

Easterseals Bluegrass; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Bi‑weekly on‑call hours

Job summary

Easterseals Bluegrass is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to lead advanced maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and automated systems. You will mentor junior staff and guide preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure safety and reliability.

You will diagnose complex equipment issues, document actions in CMMS, and collaborate with operations to minimize downtime while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or apprenticeship preferred.
• 5–8 years of hands‑on industrial maintenance experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals.
• Experience with preventive/predictive maintenance programs and CMMS.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities for junior technicians.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systems.
• Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Diagnose complex failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Serve as technical expert and resource for maintenance staff and operations.
• Mentor and train junior technicians and support planning with estimates and parts.
• Inspect equipment for safety hazards and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineering and vendors to resolve issues and support improvements.
• Maintain accurate CMMS records and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Description

The Senior Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and automated systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role provides technical leadership, supports preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and serves as a subject matter expert for complex equipment issues. The Senior Maintenance Technician mentors junior technicians, assists with maintenance planning, and collaborates with operations and engineering teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance.

The position requires strong problem-solving skills, in-depth technical knowledge, and the ability to work independently while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systems.
• Lead and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Diagnose complex equipment failures and implement permanent corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Serve as a technical expert and resource for maintenance technicians and operations personnel.
• Mentor, train, and provide guidance to junior maintenance staff on proper repair techniques and safety practices.
• Support maintenance planning and scheduling by providing accurate job estimates, parts requirements, and technical input.
• Inspect equipment and facilities to identify potential issues, safety hazards, and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and company maintenance standards.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and modification of equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and vendors to resolve technical issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, documentation, and reports using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and reliability improvement projects.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls and support after-hours or on-call maintenance as required.
• Recommend upgrades, spare parts strategies, and maintenance best practices to improve performance and reduce costs

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree, trade school certification, or apprenticeship completion preferred.
• Driver's License Required.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of hands-on maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, facilities, or related environment.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, HVAC, plumbing, and automated systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Requires lifting up to 50 lbs
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing complex equipment and control systems.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs such as air handling units, exhaust fans, pumps, water treatment, hand tools, meters/test equipment, etc..
• Familiarity with CMMS software for work orders, documentation, and asset management.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including mentoring and training junior technicians.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulations, including OSHA and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with operations, engineering, and management.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime, rotating shifts, weekends, or on-call as required.
• Physical ability to lift, climb, stand for extended periods, and work in confined spaces or at heights.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass required background checks or drug screenings.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monday through Friday 8:00am -4:30pm schedule
• Full time position with bi-monthly on-call working hours (After-hours, weekends, and holidays)

Easterseals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Easterseals is dedicated to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].