Maintenance Technician

Fabrication Maintenance Technician

1st shift 7am - 3:30pm

$34hr+

The Maintenance Technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This role supports production uptime by troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems while strictly following safety procedures and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on CNC fabrication equipment, including laser cutters, press brakes, punch presses, welding systems, and material handling equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues to restore equipment functionality.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and work to minimize production downtime.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and comply with OSHA safety requirements at all times.
• Complete, update, and accurately document maintenance work orders within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Monitor equipment conditions, identify emerging reliability concerns, and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with the installation, setup, and commissioning of new machinery and equipment.
• Maintain spare parts inventory, track usage, and report replenishment needs to ensure parts availability.
• Support facility maintenance activities, including lighting, compressed air systems, and minor building repairs.
• Participate in daily maintenance planning and communication meetings to align on priorities and equipment status.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and other maintenance team members to resolve equipment issues and improve reliability.
• Adhere to maintenance best practices and contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance processes.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical drawings or blueprints.
• Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software for work order management and documentation.
• Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, including equipment diagnostics and root cause analysis.
• Experience with pneumatic systems maintenance, including valves, lines, and controls.
• Experience with hydraulic systems maintenance, including pumps, cylinders, and hoses.
• Demonstrated experience performing preventive maintenance (PM) and following PM schedules.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and OSHA safety compliance requirements.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment repair, particularly CNC machines and fabrication equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to maintenance best practices.
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to diagnose complex equipment issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Dependability, accountability, and a strong sense of ownership over assigned tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail in maintenance execution and documentation.
• Adaptability under pressure and during urgent equipment downtime events.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to PLC-controlled equipment and basic understanding of PLC operations.
• PLC troubleshooting experience (preferred).
• Manufacturing or metal fabrication industry experience (preferred).
• CNC equipment maintenance experience, particularly in precision sheet metal fabrication (preferred).
• Experience with brake presses, including Amada press brake equipment.
• in machining and working with CNC machines.
• Experience supporting facility maintenance, including compressed air systems and building utilities.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience with equipment commissioning, including setup and validation of new machinery.
• Familiarity with equipment diagnostics and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Strong team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate across departments.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with production, engineering, and maintenance teams.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable and growing manufacturing organization that invests in employee growth, systems, and operational excellence. You will work in a hands-on technical environment with advanced CNC fabrication equipment and a wide variety of equipment challenges, providing continuous learning and development. The organization offers a clear career development path into lead maintenance roles and fosters a strong culture of ownership and accountability.

Your contributions will have a direct impact on production performance and customer success, while you benefit from a safety-focused, team-oriented workplace…