Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Position Scope

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for an  Electro-mechanical maintenance technician,  on 1st shift  at our Fogelsville, PA manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and installing electrical and electro-mechanical devices and components. You will also be responsible for repairing and replacing mechanical equipment, and preventive maintenance on plant machinery. 

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to be able to install, repair and maintain to ensure the machinery is operating at an optimum production level necessary to manufacture products for internal and external customers. This position also operates in a normal maintenance and manufacturing environment with exposure to temperature changes.

Your additional responsibilities as an Electro-mechanical maintenance technician will include:

• Trouble shoot electrical control and power distribution circuits.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings and diagrams.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment.
• Read and interpret basic machine diagrams and plant layout drawings.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned machinery and/or equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on the building and facility.
• Recognize potential mechanical problems, plan a solution for repair, and implement the plan.
• Assist with the calibration of all in-plant electrical equipment.
• Maintain plant lighting systems, inside and outside of the building.
• Run conduit and/or initiated new electrical circuits.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 2 to 3 years' experience in industrial electrical systems including PLCs.
• Must have a minimum of 2 to 3 years' experience in industrial mechanical systems.
• Boiler and steam system experience is a plus.
• Good communication skills.
• Good attendance and punctuality are a must.
• Work order experience in a CMMS program or SAP.
• Ability to earn a Carpenter Co. Forklift Certification.
• Ability to work on a boom or scissor lift at heights.
• Must possess a variety of personally owned industrial/electrical hand tools.
• Open to overtime and occasional Saturday work as needed.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Important Notes

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. We also offer tuition reimbursement to our employees after 1 year of service. We'd like for you to join us! To learn more, check us out at