Maintenance Technician; 2nd Shift

Athol,MA, US

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $27 - $38 per hour

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial manufacturing and production equipment.
• Perform mechanical maintenance on gearboxes, drive systems, bearings, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and other production machinery.
• Maintain and repair all machinery and equipment.
• Identify equipment failures and implement effective repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to improve equipment reliability and extend machinery life.
• Remove, replace, rebuild, and install mechanical components and machine assemblies.
• Perform welding, fabrication, machining, and modification of machine components when necessary.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, hydraulic diagrams, pneumatic schematics, and basic electrical prints.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical issues involving motors, sensors, controls, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Inspect machinery to ensure proper operation, alignment, performance, and safety.
• Assist with new equipment installations, machinery upgrades, and process improvements.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document work orders, repairs, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and communicate equipment and material needs.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), OSHA, and all company safety procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance and downtime reduction.
• Provide technical guidance and assistance to less experienced maintenance personnel.

• Previous experience as an Industrial Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Mechanic, Industrial Mechanic, Manufacturing Maintenance Technician, or position similar.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.
• Experience working with gearboxes, bearings, motors, drive systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and industrial equipment repair.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge, including industrial controls and automated equipment.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Understanding of industrial safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize maintenance activities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working directly on the production floor around industrial machinery.

• Experience in an industrial / machine heavy manufacturing environment.
• Welding, machining, and metal fabrication experience.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment, electrical controls, and automation systems.
• Experience using CMMS software for maintenance tracking and work orders.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement.
• Previous experience supporting second‑shift manufacturing operations.

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Maintenance Technician to join a well‑established manufacturing operation in the Athol, MA area. This individual will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial production equipment to ensure maximum uptime, efficiency, and reliability.

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