Senior Maintenance Technician – High-Tech Manufacturing

Front Door Defense; Moses Lake, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sila in Moses Lake, WA is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to lead the maintenance program and maximize uptime of manufacturing equipment. You will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role requires strong problem-solving, adherence to safety (LOTO), and collaboration with production and engineering teams. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.
• Proven maintenance experience in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems incl. hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes.
• Basic electrical knowledge and PLC troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with blueprints/schematics and CMMS usage.
• Adherence to safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, lubricate, and adjust equipment to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and perform timely repairs.
• Collaborate with production to fine-tune machinery for efficiency and quality.
• Maintain maintenance logs, repair records, and parts inventories using CMMS.
• Follow safety protocols, including LOTO, and ensure OSHA/com pany standards.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and restore operations quickly.
• Assist with installation and testing of new equipment or upgrades.
• Work with engineers, operators, and other mechanics on long-term plans.
• Share knowledge with team members and provide guidance on equipment care.
• Adhere to shift-based work including weekends and overtime as required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical systems

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Electrical systems

Blueprints & schematics

Safety & LOTO

Teamwork

Flexible scheduling

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training / certifications

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Sila in Moses Lake, WA is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to lead the maintenance program and maximize uptime of manufacturing equipment. You will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role requires strong problem-solving, adherence to safety (LOTO), and collaboration with production and engineering teams. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required.