Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician in Lemont Furnace, PA

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment. You will work with both mechanical and electrical systems, including hydraulics and pneumatics, and use blueprints to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently. The position is ideal for someone who is mechanically and electrically inclined, comfortable working with higher voltages, and eager to learn and grow based on performance.

Responsibilities include:

• Change and replace hydraulic hoses safely and accurately on industrial equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
• Work with electrical systems, including up to 480 volts, following proper safety procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance to keep equipment running efficiently and minimize downtime.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate equipment status to relevant team members.
• Maintain productivity levels while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality to support smooth operations.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to prioritize work orders and meet production needs.
• Continuously learn new systems, tools, and processes to improve technical skills and performance.

Essential skills include:

• Ability to change and replace hydraulic hoses on industrial equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience working on industrial machinery.
• Electrical aptitude and comfort working with electrical systems up to 480 volts.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Troubleshooting skills for electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial setting.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn new skills and technologies.
• Consistent attendance and reliability.
• Ability to maintain productivity while performing maintenance and repair tasks.
• Basic repair skills for industrial equipment.

Additional skills and qualifications include:

• Experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills when diagnosing equipment issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail when performing repairs and documenting work.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled, occasionally dirty manufacturing setting.
• Commitment to safety practices when working with electrical and mechanical systems.

Why work here?

You join a performance-driven environment where your growth and compensation reflect your contributions rather than tenure. Raises are based on individual performance, and you receive a pay increase when converted to direct employment. A shift differential is offered for second shift work, recognizing the value of flexible scheduling. The culture emphasizes learning, reliability, and productivity, providing opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.

Work environment:

The role is based in a typical manufacturing facility where conditions can be somewhat dirty and are not fully climate controlled, though they are described as manageable. You will work around industrial equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and electrical components up to 480 volts. The environment is fast-paced and productivity-focused, with an emphasis on safety, reliability, and hands-on technical work.

Job type and location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lemont Furnace, PA.

Pay and benefits:

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)