Maintenance Technician

M.S. Walker has built our foundation and future on our people – our employees are truly our greatest asset. Our company boasts a diverse pool of exceptionally special team members who each bring their unique skills and experience to the organization. We are always looking for talented individuals to join us and we encourage you to explore our current job postings.

Position:Maintenance Technician

Location: Boston, MA

Remote Status: On-Site

Job :259

# of Openings:1

Maintenance Technician

Location:

Boston, MA (Hyde Park)

Shift: Monday-Friday 5:30 am - 2:30 pm

Build Your Career with a Company That's Built to Last

Are you an experienced Maintenance Technician who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, solving mechanical and electrical challenges, and keeping operations running at peak performance? Join M.S. Walker, a fifth-generation family-owned company with over 90 years of success, where you'll play a critical role in supporting our state-of-the-art production and distribution operations.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable organization that offers strong union benefits, career growth opportunities, cutting-edge equipment, and a team-oriented culture.

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of automated manufacturing and distribution equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and perform changeovers on industrial equipment, including:
  • Packers
  • Labelers
  • Wrappers
  • Beverage filling equipment
  • Palletizers
  • Coders
  • Conveyors
  • Other automated production machinery
• Rebuild and maintain motors, gearboxes, pumps, valves, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and automation issues involving:
  • PLCs
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  • Photo eyes
  • Limit switches
  • Machine fault codes
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Support facility systems, including compressors, boilers, generators, cooling towers, and water treatment equipment.
• Complete maintenance documentation and work orders through CMMS software.
• Conduct routine facility inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with production teams and external vendors to resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and risk management protocols.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience supporting manufacturing, production, or distribution equipment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience maintaining conveyor systems and automated production equipment.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, sensors, and industrial control systems.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and equipment repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Experience utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license.
• Ability to become forklift certified.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.  /li
• Willingness to work overtime as business needs require.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts and scissor lifts.
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Experience supporting boilers, compressors, generators, and other facility infrastructure.

Why Join M.S. Walker?

Union Benefits

• Annual wage increases based on union contract
• Employer-paid healthcare coverage at approximately…