Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

General Description

• • The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. This position performs preventive and corrective maintenance, responds to equipment breakdowns, identifies root causes of equipment failures, and works with Production and Engineering to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production calls in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and assist with corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Repair or replace motors, sensors, switches, bearings, belts, pumps, valves, cylinders, and other mechanical or electrical components.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits, controls, PLC-controlled equipment, and automated manufacturing systems within the technicians level of training and experience.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• Complete maintenance work orders and accurately document repairs, parts usage, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Assist with equipment installation, startup, changeovers, modifications, and continuous improvement activities.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, Quality, and other departments to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and assigned work areas in a safe and organized condition.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE requirements, and applicable OSHA standards.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Work Experience

• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred , preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing production machinery and automated equipment preferred.
• Automotive or high-volume manufacturing experience is a plus.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training, certificate, or associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of relevant training and hands-on maintenance experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of industrial mechanical and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, sensors, and industrial controls.
• Basic PLC troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, meters, and other maintenance diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Production, Maintenance, and Engineering personnel.
• Ability to prioritize repairs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use a CMMS or electronic work-order system.

PI60a8b41a8bde-26289-41918023