Senior Maintenance Technician (Swing Shift 3pm-11:30pm)

Locweld - A Stella-Jones Company; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Essential workplace

Bonus program

401(k) with match

Job summary

Stella-Jones is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to support the production line, ensuring equipment runs safely and efficiently. The role requires hands-on mechanical experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a focus on preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.

The position covers 3pm–11:30pm shifts, Monday through Friday, with duties spanning diagnosis, welding, and CMMS record-keeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years of industrial maintenance, manufacturing, food processing, or production equipment maintenance experience.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing production line equipment.
• Basic welding and metal fabrication skills preferred.
• Experience using CMMS, such as eMaint, preferred.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production line equipment.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance and Corrective Maintenance as established by the company.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues within plant equipment.
• Utilize welding and fabrication tools to alter, repair and fabricate processing equipment.
• Document equipment inspections, adjustments, and lubrication in a timely manner.
• Work within the CMMS maintenance records system (Emaint CMMS).
• Participate in the company safety program including LOTO, Hot Work, and Confined Space as defined by EHS program.
• Collaborate with Operations maintaining a team environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

LOTO

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification

Tools

CMMS (eMaint)

Welding tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact.

Senior Maintenance Technician line mechanic that maintains property, plant and equipment in a productive, efficient and safe manner.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on mechanical experience, strong troubleshooting skills and a commitment to keeping production equipment running safely and efficiently.

Shift‑ 3pm-11:30pm Swing Shift

Monday-Friday

Principal Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot repair and maintain production line equipment.
• Performs the Preventative Maintenance Program as well as Corrective Maintenance established by the company.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues within Plant equipment.
• Utilizes welding and fabrication tools to alter, repair and fabricate processing equipment.
• Performs and documents in a timely manner equipment inspections, adjustments, and lubrication.
• Is able to work within the company Maintenance repair records system (Emaint CMMS).
• Participates and contributes to company safety program including LOTO, Hot Work Program, and Confined Space as defined by EHS program.
• Work closely with Operations maintaining a team environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years of industrial maintenance, manufacturing, food processing, or production equipment maintenance experience.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing production line equipment.
• Basic welding and metal fabrication skills preferred.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), such as eMaint, preferred.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify equipment failures and implement corrective actions efficiently.
• Working knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Understanding of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, and other workplace safety programs.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to have basic computer knowledge including MS Office
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and around moving machinery.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, noise levels, and production environments.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and emergency call-ins as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification, vocational training, or associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, or a related field.
• Welding certification preferred.
• Forklift, scissor lift, or aerial lift certification preferred.
• Wood manufacturing

Employee Benefits

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:

• The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
• Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
• Several company-paid benefits including:
  • Dental and Vision coverage
  • Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Access to a robust employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus program opportunity
• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
• 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ability to purchase Company stock

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled