Maintenance Technician; Night Shift

Job Title:
Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician maintains and repairs production equipment and facility systems to support safe, efficient manufacturing operations. This role performs preventive and emergency maintenance, troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-related issues, and assists with equipment installations and upgrades. The technician works closely with production teams to minimize downtime, follows all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and proper use of personal protective equipment, and may occasionally respond to after-hours maintenance needs in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-related issues on production machinery and support systems.
• Carry out emergency repairs to restore equipment to safe operating condition as quickly and effectively as possible.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of production equipment and control systems.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to schedule maintenance, support efficient operations, and minimize disruption to manufacturing activities.
• Use electrical and PLC troubleshooting techniques to identify root causes of equipment malfunctions and implement corrective actions.
• Perform maintenance repair tasks including component replacement, alignment, adjustment, and calibration of equipment.
• Conduct welding and fabrication work as needed to repair, modify, or create parts, guards, brackets, and other equipment structures.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper lockout/tagout practices and consistent use of required personal protective equipment.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and modifications to ensure accurate records and support continuous improvement.
• Monitor equipment performance and proactively identify potential issues before they result in unplanned downtime.
• Support a fast-paced manufacturing environment by responding promptly to maintenance requests and prioritizing tasks effectively.

Essential Skills

• Strong experience in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, including reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and using appropriate test equipment.
• Hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting and PLC control systems to diagnose and resolve automation and control issues.
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventive maintenance on a variety of production equipment and facility systems.
• Capability to perform maintenance repair tasks safely and efficiently, including replacing parts and adjusting equipment for optimal performance.
• Ability to perform welding and fabrication work to support equipment repair and modification needs.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and performing physically demanding tasks.
• Strong commitment to safety, including adherence to lockout/tagout procedures and consistent use of personal protective equipment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work closely with production and other maintenance team members.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge in fabrication and welding in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Experience supporting equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to after-hours maintenance needs when required.
• Experience documenting maintenance activities and using maintenance logs or systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify root causes of…