Maintenance Tech

About the role

As a Maintenance Technician at American Woodmark, you will provide highly technical electrical, mechanical, and control system maintenance support to ensure the safe and reliable operation of equipment. You will deliver professional and prompt service to production and facility teams while working with rapidly evolving automated machinery.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical controls including motor starters, relays, control wiring, variable frequency drives, sensors, AC/DC motors, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems and components such as conveyors, pumps, valves, pneumatics, bearings, seals, and power transmission components (e.g., gearboxes, belt/chain drives, hydraulics).
• Read and interpret schematics, manuals, blueprints, and other technical documents.
• Support the Preventive Maintenance (PM) program by performing PM activities and assisting in continuous improvement.
• Provide written and oral communication to manufacturing team leaders and management.
• Support engineering projects for new equipment installations and improvements to existing systems.
• Adhere to safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out and other guidelines required by American Woodmark.
• Coordinate OEM services and parts with Maintenance Planning and Parts departments.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance work orders.
• Pursue skill development through available training and work with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• Related work experience in automation and general maintenance; a Mechatronics degree or related mechanical degree is a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience in mechanical and automation technologies, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Ability to work from mechanical prints and electrical schematics.
• Understanding of automation and mechanical equipment systems and processes.
• Excellent communication skills.