Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician Level 2 is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving mechanical and electrical systems within the manufacturing facility to ensure improved uptime and efficiency. This role requires technical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to work collaboratively with other team members.

**Overall Functions:

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• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery, electrical systems, and mechanical equipment, including engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machinery.

• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in 3-phase electrical systems (up to 480V) and mechanical devices using testing instruments and technical documentation.

• Dismantle and repair defective parts using hoists, cranes, and various tools while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop equipment such as lathes, end mills, and grinders.

• Create and update maintenance documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and standard operating procedures.

• Maintain inventory of equipment, parts, and supplies, and place orders as necessary.

• Train and mentor junior technicians while maintaining technical knowledge through workshops and technical publications.

• Utilize the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to document work orders and perform root cause analysis.

• Support lean and continuous improvement initiatives, including completing quick kaizens and creating BOMs for equipment.

• Ensure a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

**Deliverables:

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• Reliable operation of mechanical and electrical systems.

• Accurate and timely completion of preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.

• Effective use of CMMS to track work orders and analyze equipment performance.

• Documentation and updates to technical manuals and standard operating procedures.

• Compliance with safety and environmental standards.

**Qualifications:

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**Education and Experience:

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• High school diploma or GED required; an AS or AAS in Electrical/Electronic Technology, Mechatronics, or Industrial Technology certificate preferred.

• 5 plus (5+) years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, with exposure experience in automated control systems.

• Hands-on entry level experience with Siemens or Allen Bradley drives, AC motors, VFDs, and diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters, Megger, infrared thermometers).

• Background in documentation and preventive maintenance processes.

**Technical Knowledge:

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• Experience in troubleshooting electrical controls, power distribution, and mechanical systems.

• Familiarity with entering and documenting in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

• Knowledge of welding, fabrication, and conduit bending and installation.

• Certifications such as CMRT or CMRP are preferred.

**Work Skills and Abilities:

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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working with diverse teams.

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CMMS software.

**Physical Requirements:

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• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform tasks such as walking, bending, twisting, and climbing.

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, fumes, and high noise levels.

• Capability to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with overtime as needed.

**Work Environment:

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• Work in non-temperature-controlled manufacturing environments with exposure to chemicals, granules, and high-noise areas.

Regularly operate around moving equipment, such as forklifts and industrial sweepers, in congested

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You should be proficient in:

• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Commercial Electrical Expertise
• Conduit Pulling
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Conduit Bending
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Hydraulic Systems & Components
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• Crane & Lifting Equipment Systems
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance
• Equipment Installation