Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Holtec International is seeking qualified Maintenance Technicians to join its Manufacturing Operations team. The Maintenance Technician will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of production equipment and facility systems. This hands-on position will support daily operations by maintaining, installing, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of industrial machinery and systems critical to Holtec's manufacturing activities. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset to support both routine preventive maintenance and urgent repair needs. This role involves working collaboratively with operations, engineering, and safety personnel in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Maintenance Technicians must be capable of interpreting technical documentation, performing root cause analyses, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Specific Areas of Responsibility:

• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and performance.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade mechanical and electrical systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, lubrication, power transmission, cranes, and mobile equipment).
• Diagnose and repair components such as motors, wiring, PLCs, I/O modules, VFDs, and power supplies.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Install and wire new equipment, including conduit and power systems, per specifications.
• Inspect, dismantle, repair, and reassemble equipment; support commissioning and decommissioning activities.
• Test equipment to verify effective repairs and proper operation.
• Complete work orders, track parts, and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Assist with maintenance planning, scheduling, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize work and resolve technical issues.
• Apply strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex technical environments.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance experience (or equivalent combination of education/training, including military).
• Hands-on experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, lubrication, and power transmission systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical instructions, and equipment documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Solid understanding of industrial safety practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in industrial environments, including exposure to varying conditions (e.g., shop floor, warehouse, outdoor areas).

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• Technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance or related field.
• Experience with overhead cranes, mobile equipment, and welding support systems.
• Knowledge of motor controls, PLC troubleshooting, and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with quality and safety standards.

Salary Range: $25 per hour to $40 per hour based on experience.

Holtec International offers a competitive benefits package to eligible associates, which includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays Company-paid life and AD&D insurance Employee Assistance Program Wellness resources and voluntary benefits Training and educational assistance

As a technology trailblazer and a prominent innovator in clean energy (nuclear and solar) industry, Holtec strives to foster a meritocratic work environment conducive to continuous learning and professional growth of its associates. Holtec is an equal opportunity employer with a long-standing commitment to social equity and environmental justice. The company gives special preference to disabled veterans as a part of its recruitment policy.