Senior Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift in Portland

We are currently seeking a skilled maintenance technician to join our team in Portland, OR. A successful candidate will bring a strong mechanical and electrical background, excellent communication skills, eagerness to move into a higher-level position, and experience in a manufacturing plant. Our company offers a competitive compensation plan, favorable benefits, opportunities for advancement, and strong leadership.

POSITION - Senior Maintenance Technician

LOCATION - Portland, OR

HOURLY RATE - $30.00 - $36.00 per hour (Rate is based on technical skills)

EXPERIENCE - 7 years or more of experience as a maintenance tech in a manufacturing plant

SHIFT - Days, 1st Shift, M-F 6am to 4pm

Milgard Manufacturing is looking for a hardworking, dependable, experienced maintenance technician to join our manufacturing team on the 1st Shift. Ideal candidates with strong mechanical and electrical experience; basic troubleshooting skills. Must have experience working in a manufacturing or distribution plant.

If you take pride in what you do and have a desire to tackle new challenges, we have an opportunity for you! Flexible Paid Time Off, Company Matched 401(k), Tuition Reimbursement, Comprehensive Benefit Package including Company‑Funded Health Savings Account & Eight Paid Holidays! Come Grow with Us!

We offer cross training and opportunities for career growth. We encourage our team members to take on new roles, advance their careers, and offer tuition reimbursement. Team member health and safety are top priorities. MI has enhanced safety protocols in place to promote a healthy work environment. Why work at MITER?

• Perform all work in a safe manner following all company safety policies and procedures
• Maintain, troubleshoot, perform preventative maintenance, and repair equipment in assigned area under the guidance of higher-level utility mechanics
• Maintain open and accurate communication with other maintenance employees as well as supervisor
• Complete all assigned work orders completely and accurately, documenting all prudent information describing the completion of the work order
• Complete Maintenance, Repair, and Operations documentation and Proteus entry as dictated by maintenance tasks, repairs, and preventative maintenance tasks
• Perform technical maintenance tasks under close supervision
• Provide all information necessary to maintain proper parts inventories
• Work with outside contractors to complete projects and improvements whenever possible
• Maintain all facility grounds and services

• Technical or Trade school degree, or a combination of a High School Diploma or G.E.D. plus 2 years of experience in a maintenance occupation in a manufacturing environment
• Basic understanding of industrial electricity
• Working knowledge of energy sources for each piece of utility equipment in assigned area (electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic, etc.). PLC experience a plus
• Ability to maintain plant utilities (lighting, water systems, drain systems, etc.)
• Ability to work independently when directed
• Basic understanding of schematics and blue prints
• Basic understanding of various diagnostic equipment including but not limited to ohms meters, voltage meters, etc. Basic knowledge and understanding of power equipment including cut‑off saws, demo‑saws, drills, etc.
• Thoroughly understand and follow all OSHA and company regulations as they relate to the maintenance field (Lock Out Tag Out, Personal Protective Equipment, etc.)
• Basic understanding of critical Maintenance, Repair, and Operations, and Proteus procedures and requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills

• Medical plans with PPO and HSA options
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurances
• Company paid Short-Term
• Company paid Long-Term
• Paid time off (PTO), including Vacation, Personal, and 8 paid Holidays
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Teladoc
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Yearly Wellness Clinic

MITER Brands, also known as MI Windows and Doors, Milgard and PGT are an equal‑opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate based on, creed, handicap, veteran status, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected category.