Equipment Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Equipment Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of production and facility equipment at Fisher Industries. This position supports various manufacturing and material-handling processes by maintaining and repairing a wide range of industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment to minimize downtime and extend asset life.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues using schematics, manuals, and diagnostic tools.
• Maintain and repair industrial spray equipment, including Graco spray systems.
• Support blasting and surface preparation equipment, including Wheelabrator sand blasters.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot Farr dust collection systems, including filters, ducting, fans, and control components.
• Maintain conveyor systems and industrial pumps, including bearings, motors, gearboxes, and drive systems.
• Perform maintenance and basic diagnostics on Hyster forklifts; coordinate major repairs with vendors as required.
• Support fabrication and repair activities involving Lincoln welding equipment.
• Inspect, maintain, and assist with safe operation of Gorbel bridge cranes and overhead lifting systems, following applicable safety standards.
• Aid in the installation, commissioning, and training for new or currently undetermined equipment as plant needs evolve.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and safety teams to identify equipment improvements and reliability upgrades.
• Complete accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history documentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Participate in emergency repairs and scheduled after-hours or on-call support as required.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED, with a technical school, apprenticeship, or associate degree in industrial maintenance or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience maintaining industrial or manufacturing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of motors, drives, bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics and pneumatics, industrial electrical systems (480V, control wiring, sensors, relays), ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Experience working safely around heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Basic welding or fabrication experience preferred.
• Computer skills sufficient to use CMMS systems, maintenance logs, and email.
• Valid driver's license; forklift or crane certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Comfortable working at heights and in industrial environments with noise, dust, and temperature variations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical school, apprenticeship, or associate degree in industrial maintenance or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience maintaining industrial or manufacturing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of motors, drives, bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics and pneumatics, industrial electrical systems (480V, control wiring, sensors, relays), ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Experience working safely around heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Basic welding or fabrication experience preferred.
• Computer skills sufficient to use CMMS systems, maintenance logs, and email.
• Valid driver's license; forklift or crane certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Comfortable working at heights and in industrial environments with noise, dust, and temperature variations.

Skills

• Preventive and predictive maintenance skills.
• Troubleshooting abilities for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of industrial spray equipment, blasting equipment, dust collection systems, conveyor systems, pumps, forklifts, welders, and overhead crane systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Basic welding or fabrication skills.
• Computer skills for CMMS systems, maintenance logs, and email.
• Safe working practices around heavy equipment and moving machinery.

Benefits

• Fisher Industries is an equal opportunity employer.
• The company is a drug-free workplace requiring pre-employment and random drug testing.

Pay

• Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

• Full-time position.