2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

Job Title

Electro/Mechanical Technician

Sparta, MI

Full‑time, direct hire. Hourly Rate: $30.00–$38.00 per hour.

Electrical/Mechanical Technician to support maintenance, repair, and reliability of automated production equipment in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Responsible for maximizing equipment uptime through preventive maintenance, advanced troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Offers long‑term stability, opportunities to grow technical skills, and direct impact on manufacturing performance.

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose issues involving motors, PLC‑controlled equipment, sensors, conveyors, pumps, control panels, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and automated machinery.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot and repair 480V three‑phase electrical systems, VFDs, motor controls, and associated electrical components.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform equipment calibration, testing, and startup activities as needed.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, parts usage, and completed work orders accurately.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, GMP standards, food safety requirements, and company safety policies.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to support operational goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Minimum of three (3) years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting experience with 480V three‑phase electrical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting VFDs, motor controls, PLC inputs and outputs, industrial sensors, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Strong root cause analysis and troubleshooting skills focused on improving equipment reliability.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self‑motivated with ability to prioritize work independently.
• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent combination of education and relevant industrial maintenance experience.

• Industrial Maintenance, Electromechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics certification.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment.
• PLC troubleshooting and diagnostic experience.

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Career growth opportunities.

This position requires working in an industrial manufacturing environment around moving mechanical equipment. Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, lifting, and equipment troubleshooting are required throughout the workday. Candidates must be able to lift up to 75 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). The work environment may include elevated noise levels and exposure to industrial manufacturing conditions.

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all required pre‑employment screenings, which may include a background check, drug screening, employment verification, and other screenings permitted by applicable law.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions also prohibits harassment or retaliation of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.