Maintenance Technician 1st Shift (7:00am-3:00pm Mon-Fri)

Responsibilities

• Perform, document, and track routine preventative maintenance on production equipment, facility systems, and related assets in accordance with established maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctioning mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and facility systems to minimize downtime and support long-term equipment reliability.
• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing and electrical fixtures, production equipment, machinery components, furniture, kitchen equipment, and other facility-related assets as needed.
• Inspect, test, and verify electrical systems, circuits, equipment, and components to ensure proper operation and identify potential safety or reliability concerns.
• Cook up equipment repairs, spare parts ordering, technical support, and service scheduling with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, vendors, and outside contractors.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, fabrication equipment, powered industrial trucks, and other tools or equipment required to safely complete assigned maintenance tasks.
• Perform general maintenance of buildings, machinery, grounds, parking areas, walkways, and other facility areas, including snow and ice removal support when required.
• Provide 24-hour emergency maintenance support when required to address urgent facility, equipment, or operational needs.
• Maintain a safe work environment by identifying and correcting hazards, using required personal protective equipment, following Lockout/Tagout procedures, and complying with applicable safety practices.
• Support facility housekeeping and organization standards, including 5S activities, floor cleaning, painting, and general upkeep of assigned work areas.
• Aid in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying maintenance-related opportunities, recommending practical solutions, and supporting implementation activities.
• Complete powered industrial truck site training, operation, inspection, and minor repairs as required by business needs and site procedures.

Requirements

• Technical certification, trade school training, or a minimum of three years of equivalent hands-on maintenance experience required.
• Experience performing electrical, mechanical, and plumbing maintenance in a manufacturing, industrial, or facilities environment preferred.
• Technical degree, vocational training, or related post-secondary education is a plus.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, carpentry, fabrication, and general building maintenance preferred.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to enter, retrieve, and maintain maintenance-related records preferred.
• Ability to safely operate mobile equipment, including forklifts, scissor lifts, skyjacks, and other powered or elevated work platforms as assigned.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to use basic hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret work instructions, production documents, equipment manuals, engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials.
• Ability to apply common sense reasoning, sound judgment, and practical problem-solving skills when carrying out written or verbal instructions.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass any license check required by the company’s insurer.
• Ability to understand, communicate, and follow written and verbal instructions in English.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate professionally with supervisors, production employees, contractors, vendors, and cross-functional team members.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, off-shift coverage, weekends, or emergency call-ins as business needs require.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to complete work accurately, safely, and in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to tolerate extended periods of standing, walking, squatting, kneeling, bending, climbing, reaching, and working in confined or elevated areas as required.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Visual requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus while performing maintenance tasks.
• General knowledge of workplace safety practices, hazard recognition, and safe equipment operation is preferred.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a manufacturing and facilities environment with regular exposure to production machinery and moving equipment.
• Employee may be exposed to chemicals and must review and follow applicable Safety Data Sheets.
• Work areas may include dust, noise, vibration, temperature variations, and other typical manufacturing conditions.
• Protective clothing and equipment may be required based on assigned tasks, work area, and company safety procedures.
• Use of a computer, tablet, diagnostic device, or other electronic equipment may be required to complete maintenance documentation, communication, and troubleshooting activities.