Electro-Mechanical Technician Job Northern Kentucky USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

Posted Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Friday, January 1, 2027 at 4:59 AM

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ELECTRICAL / MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

GANNETT PUBLISHING SERVICES

GASTONIA, NC

Electrical 60% and Mechanical 40% experience preferred. WE ARE OFFERING UP TO $30 PER HOUR BASED ON EXPERIENCE. WE ARE ALSO OFFERING A SIGN ON BONUS OF $3,000 PAID OUT IN 3 INCREMENTS This will become a 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. shift after training.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance/Electrical Technician will perform both mechanical and electrical maintenance to maintain, diagnose, and repair specified production equipment and systems. Must be willing to work in a high-speed environment, supporting production and timelines. Candidate must be a self-starter with basic computer skills, their own tools, and a desire to learn and grow. Equipment-specific training will be provided.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work as part of a team to achieve and maintain on-time production performance, including product quality and accuracy standards and operational safety including OSHA & EPA compliance.

Schedule and perform mechanical & electrical maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on all designated equipment:
Assist supervisors and contract service providers.
Inspect all repairs and modification projects.
Contribute to staff training and development.
Maintain a clean safe work environment.
Work as a team member in following up on ongoing projects and repairs.
Other duties as assigned.

SAFETY:

Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Assist in leading safety compliance within the department including accident investigations and follow-up.
Complete the required annual OSHA. safety training programs:
Lockout/Tag-out, Hazardous Communications, Personal Protective Equipment, Hearing Conservation, Blood Borne Pathogens, Forklift, etc….
Ensure all machine safety guards are installed, functioning properly, and in use.
Immediately report any potential safety hazards, operational concerns, and all accidents/injuries and near misses to production management.

Communications

Provide timely & accurate information to management.
Immediately report equipment or product issues to production management.
Communicate scheduling needs to supervisors and/or production management.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Working knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical skills
Minimum five years of related experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.
English language fluency:
Speaking, reading, and writing.
Good verbal and written communication…