2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

Job Summary The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of machinery to support production uptime, quality, and on-time delivery. The technician applies mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic expertise while following all safety and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities Equipment & Machinery Maintenance Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on fabrication equipment including press brakes, lasers, punches, weld cells, saws, and paint line systems

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance per established schedules

Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and basic automation components

Align, adjust, and calibrate machines to ensure optimal performance and quality

Support equipment installations, upgrades, and relocations

Facility Maintenance Maintain facility systems such as compressed air, HVAC, lighting, and basic plumbing

Coordinate with outside contractors for specialized repairs as needed

Safety & Compliance Follow all OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and plant safety procedures

Identify and correct unsafe conditions or behaviors

Maintain compliance with electrical and mechanical safety standards

Documentation & Communication Accurately document maintenance work, parts usage, and downtime

Communicate equipment status and repair timelines to production leadership

Recommend improvements to maintenance practices and equipment reliability

Continuous Improvement Participate in root cause analysis of equipment failures

Identify opportunities to reduce downtime, maintenance costs, and safety risks

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED (technical or trade school preferred)3–5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment

Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Experience with fabrication equipment (press brakes, lasers, punches)
Key Competencies Technical Competencies Demonstrates strong hands-on knowledge of industrial maintenance systems.

Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures accurately

Uses tools and test equipment safely and effectively

Understands CNC and automated fabrication equipment fundamentals

Troubleshooting & Problem Solving Identifies root causes and implements effective corrective actions.

Systematically isolates equipment issues

Balances short-term fixes with long-term reliability

Uses data and experience to prevent recurring failures

Safety Awareness Consistently works in a safe and compliant manner.

Adheres to LOTO and all safety procedures

Recognizes hazards and takes corrective action

Promotes a culture of safety within the maintenance and production teams

Reliability & Accountability Follows through on commitments and maintains high work standards.

Completes preventive maintenance on schedule

Takes ownership of equipment performance

Maintains accurate maintenance records

Communication & Collaboration Works effectively with production and leadership teams.

Clearly explains equipment issues and repair timelines

Collaborates with operators to improve machine reliability

Communicates maintenance needs proactively

Continuous Improvement Mindset Seeks ways to improve equipment uptime and maintenance effectiveness.

Suggests process and equipment improvements

Participates in lean, TPM, or reliability initiatives

Adapts to new technology and changing production needs

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with the ADA.Standing/Walking:
Required to stand and walk on concrete floors for 8–10 hours per shift.

Lifting/Carrying:
Regularly lift and carry equipment and tools up to 35 lbs; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs with assistance or lifting devices.

Pushing/Pulling:
Move equipment and tools up to 100 lbs using carts…