Machine & Building Maintenance Technician

Machine & Building Maintenance Technician

Salary: $62,400-$72,800 per hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm (Mon-Fri)

Machine & Building Maintenance Technician Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Diagnose mechanical problems and repair plant machinery, production equipment, tooling, and facility systems.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and support reliable production operations.
• Read and interpret schematic diagrams, blueprints, equipment manuals, and manufacturer specifications.
• Inspect machinery and equipment to identify worn, damaged, or malfunctioning components.
• Repair or replace mechanical components, including motors, bearings, belts, chains, gears, pumps, and related parts.
• Maintain machine tooling, hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment in safe and proper working condition.
• Use precision measuring equipment and testing instruments to diagnose equipment issues and verify completed repairs.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and work efficiently to restore machinery to safe operating condition.
• Perform adjustments, alignments, installations, and changeovers on plant machinery and equipment.
• Complete repairs and maintenance on the physical structure of the facility, including basic building and facility systems.
• Document preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, parts used, and equipment conditions accurately.
• Communicate equipment concerns, repair status, and potential safety or production issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain an organized work area and properly store tools, replacement parts, and maintenance supplies.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, equipment-specific instructions, and company policies.
• Support equipment installations, facility improvement projects, and maintenance activities that fall within the scope of the position.

Machine & Building Maintenance Technician Requirements:

- Two-year certificate or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechanical technology, or a related field from an accredited college or trade school.

- Three or more years of related industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience is strongly preferred.

- Demonstrated mechanical troubleshooting and equipment repair skills.

- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, operating manuals, and manufacturer specifications.

- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, machine tooling, precision measuring equipment, and testing instruments.

- Basic knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and industrial equipment.

- Ability to work independently, prioritize repairs, and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.

- Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail.

- Ability to communicate effectively with production employees, supervisors, and other maintenance personnel.

- Dependable attendance and punctuality are required.

- Stand and walk for up to eight hours or more during a shift, with limited breaks.

- Frequently bend, stoop, twist, reach, crouch, and work in awkward positions.

- Frequently use hands and fingers to handle tools, equipment, parts, and controls.

- Frequently perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

- Occasionally lift and carry materials, tools, or parts weighing up to 60 pounds.

- Occasionally push or pull equipment, tools, and materials weighing up to 60 pounds.

- Occasionally work overhead or with arms extended for periods of time.

- Climb steps and approved work platforms as required to access equipment.

- Perform visual inspections requiring close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

- Work in areas with changing or extreme temperatures.

- Tolerate exposure to noise, dust, grease, oils, and other conditions commonly found in a manufacturing environment.