Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment in an industrial environment. This role performs both corrective and preventive maintenance, fabricates and repairs parts using metalworking equipment, and supports equipment installations and modifications. The technician also leads a small maintenance team, coordinates with external service providers, and uses technical documentation and OEM resources to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all assigned systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment issues promptly and perform detailed diagnostics using visual inspection, auditory observation, and measurement tools.
• Repair and maintain mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime and ensure safe operation.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, including 480V circuits, AC and DC motors, and 3-phase power, to identify and correct faults.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks, including cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, and replacement of components, to extend equipment life and reduce failures.
• Conduct predictive maintenance activities and monitor equipment condition to address potential issues before they lead to breakdowns.
• Operate metalworking equipment such as drill presses, manual mills, and grinders to fabricate, modify, and repair parts as needed.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair roll forming lines, hydraulic presses, and other production machinery to ensure consistent performance.
• Maintain and repair motors, bearings, gearboxes, and related drive components to support reliable equipment operation.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic systems, including valves, cylinders, and air distribution, to restore proper function.
• Perform PLC troubleshooting at the basic level to assist in identifying control system issues and support production continuity.
• Use technical documentation, schematics, manuals, and OEM resources to guide repairs, adjustments, and equipment upgrades.
• Support engineering and operations teams with equipment installations, modifications, and improvements to enhance productivity and safety.
• Lead a small maintenance team by assigning tasks, providing technical guidance, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate with outside service providers and contractors to schedule and oversee specialized maintenance and repair work.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage accurately to support reliability tracking and continuous improvement.
• Adhere to safety procedures and lockout/tagout practices while working on electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Assist with setup, adjustment, and optimization of production equipment, including roll formers, presses, saws, and conveyors.
• Support packaging and material handling systems by troubleshooting and repairing conveyors, strapping machines, and related equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure tools, equipment, and parts are stored and used properly.

Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical maintenance, including repair and alignment of motors, bearings, and gearboxes.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including work with 480V systems, AC and DC motors, and 3-phase power.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic systems, including valves, actuators, and air circuits.
• Experience working with hydraulic systems, including pumps, cylinders, valves, and hydraulic presses.
• Ability to perform preventive and predictive maintenance on a wide range of industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated skill in maintenance repair across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic disciplines.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting at a basic level to assist in identifying control-related issues.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and OEM manuals.
• Proficiency with metalworking tools such as drill presses, manual mills, and grinders for fabrication and repair.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in an industrial environment, including root…