Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician

Location: Onsite
Shift: Day Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay: $26/hour (firm)
Type: Contract-to-Hire

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support and maintain conventional and fully automated production equipment in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on production machinery, facility equipment, and building utilities to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair conventional and automated production machinery
• Support facility equipment, utilities, and building maintenance needs
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions through observation, testing, and operational analysis
• Perform cycle testing and operational checks on production equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, machine manuals, diagrams, and manufacturer documentation
• Execute repairs and maintenance activities in accordance with established procedures
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Adapt to changing priorities and production demands as needed
• Work on ladders, scissor lifts, and in confined spaces when required
• Assist with emergency repairs and support overtime needs with limited notice

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving electrical and mechanical systems
• Experience with:
• • Electrical systems
  • Motors and motion control
  • Servo systems
  • Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
  • Automated manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, manuals, and technical documentation
• Vocational, military, technical school, or specialized industrial maintenance training preferred
• Factory-sponsored maintenance training or certifications are a plus
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform under production deadlines
• Reliable, punctual, flexible, and team-oriented

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50–100 pounds occasionally
• Ability to bend, squat, twist, climb, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift
• Comfortable working on ladders, in scissor lifts, underneath machinery, and in tight spaces
• Ability to stand and move throughout an 8–10 hour shift

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a hands-on maintenance professional with strong electrical troubleshooting skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in keeping equipment running safely and efficiently.