Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and monitor equipment performance to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
• Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to less-experienced maintenance technicians and trainees.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from production and other departments while maintaining strong, collaborative working relationships.
• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment in accordance with established procedures and provide direction to other technicians to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Maintain equipment in a safe, reliable, and production-ready condition, taking proactive measures to prevent equipment failures and unplanned downtime.
• Participate in daily team meetings and communicate key updates related to safety, quality, maintenance, production, and continuous improvement.
• Follow established work instructions and procedures while demonstrating a high level of self-motivation, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Perform root cause analysis to identify equipment issues, determine appropriate corrective actions, and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and promote the same standards among team members.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and other equipment issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Support and/or lead preventive maintenance programs, ensuring maintenance schedules are completed and documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Safely lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as required to perform routine job duties.
• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset by identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability, team performance, safety, and overall work processes.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Completion of a maintenance training or apprenticeship program preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Technical Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of a variety of industrial systems, including:
• • Electromechanical systems
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Electrical and electronic systems
  • Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
  • Robotics and automated equipment
• Proficiency in using basic and advanced hand tools and other equipment commonly used in industrial maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose equipment issues and determine appropriate corrective actions.

Communication & Computer Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to use computerized maintenance systems and other workplace technology as needed.

Additional Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness and ability to complete additional technical training or coursework as needed based on experience, skills assessment, or job requirements.