Industrial Maintenance Technician
About the role
This position involves repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting production equipment to ensure safe and efficient manufacturing operations. Duties include performing preventative maintenance, monitoring equipment startup, visual inspection, dismantling machines, repairing and maintaining various components, and administering BMS, EMS, and SMS requirements.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs to minimize equipment downtime
- Monitor equipment startup and identify potential issues before failures occur
- Support automated systems including robotics and AGV equipment
- Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to identify causes of malfunctions
- Dismantle machines and equipment using hand tools and power tools to access problem areas
- Repair and maintain mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components of production equipment
- Maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, control devices, material handling systems, and automated lubrication systems
- Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or defects
- Remove and replace worn or defective components using blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals
- Realign and adjust motors, gearboxes, clutches, and brakes using hand tools and diagrams
- Locate, measure, cut, thread, and install damaged air and hydraulic piping
- Modify computer-controlled motion systems, including robots, using PLCs, robot controllers, and teach pendants
- Absorb and operate metalworking equipment such as lathes, drill presses, and grinders to fabricate repair parts
- Start machines and equipment to test operation following repairs
- Assist maintenance specialists and management with sketches and computer-generated designs of machine components
- Set up and operate metalworking equipment to fabricate repair parts
- Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements
Requirements
- Meet additional responsibilities as assigned
- High School Diploma or GED
- 13 years of job-related experience preferred, including skills, experience, or specialized training in industrial maintenance disciplines
- PREFERRED: 2-year Technical Degree in Industrial Technology, Industrial Electricity, or Industrial Electronics
- Experience with electricity and electrical applications
- Experience with programmable logic controls (PLC)
- Experience with heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems
- Experience with plumbing and pipefitting
- Experience with welding, pneumatics, mechanical systems, machine tool practices, industrial machinery, hydraulics, schematics, CNC programming, robotics, and servos
- Multi-skilled Maintenance Experience
- Preferred: Experience in automotive manufacturing or other highly automated production environments
- General Requirements: Perform multi-craft maintenance duties involving electrical, mechanical, PLC, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Diagnose and troubleshoot production equipment issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Work closely with team leaders and maintenance personnel in a collaborative, hands-on environment
- Strong command of the English language, both written and spoken
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, layouts, and specifications
- Ability to operate powered equipment according to company standards
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Domestic and international travel may be required
- Computer assessment required prior to interview
Qualifications
- Meet additional responsibilities as assigned
- High School Diploma or GED
- 13 years of job-related experience preferred, including skills, experience, or specialized training in industrial maintenance disciplines
- PREFERRED: 2-year Technical Degree in Industrial Technology, Industrial Electricity, or Industrial Electronics
- Experience with electricity and electrical applications
- Experience with programmable logic controls (PLC)
- Experience with heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems
- Experience with plumbing and pipefitting
- Experience with welding, pneumatics, mechanical systems, machine tool practices, industrial machinery, hydraulics, schematics, CNC programming, robotics, and servos
- Multi-skilled Maintenance Experience
- Preferred: Experience in automotive manufacturing or other highly automated production environments
Skills
- Electrical and electrical applications
- Programmable logic controls (PLC)
- Heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems
- Plumbing and pipefitting
- Welding, pneumatics, mechanical systems, machine tool practices, industrial machinery, hydraulics, schematics, CNC programming, robotics, and servos
- Multi-skilled Maintenance Experience
- Automotive manufacturing or other highly automated production environments
Benefits
The facility offers a unique opportunity to be part of the future of automotive innovation, working with highly automated, cutting-edge technology. Employees gain exposure to advanced robotics, smart systems, and next-generation production methods, enhancing efficiency and quality while providing valuable hands-on experience with modern industry tools.
Pay
Competitive compensation package with benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate production needs.
Why is this a great opportunity?
Working at this state-of-the-art manufacturing facility allows you to contribute to the future of automotive innovation. The site is built around highly automated, cutting-edge technology, offering exposure to advanced robotics, smart systems, and next-generation production methods. This environment enhances efficiency and quality while providing valuable hands-on experience with modern tools in the industry. Combined with a strong focus on growth, training, and collaboration, it creates an exciting workplace for those looking to develop their skills while contributing to a forward-thinking operation.