Maintenance Technician A - 1st Shift

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician (Level A) is a highly skilled industrial maintenance professional responsible for maximizing the performance, uptime, and reliability of manufacturing equipment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring safe, efficient operations while supporting product quality and cost-effectiveness. Working in a hands-on manufacturing environment, you will apply precision maintenance practices, advanced troubleshooting, and continuous improvement strategies to keep operations running at peak performance.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance & Repair
  • Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on a wide range of industrial equipment.
  • Maintain mechanical systems such as bearings, motors, gearboxes, belts, chains, and pulleys.
  • Service conveyors, piping systems, and utility systems (steam, air, water).
  • Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
  • Diagnose and resolve equipment issues affecting safety, quality, and productivity.
  • Identify root causes of failures and implement effective corrective actions.
  • Restore equipment to safe operating condition quickly and efficiently.
• Proactive Maintenance Execution
  • Preventive Maintenance (PM): Perform scheduled inspections, lubrication, and component replacements.
  • Predictive Maintenance (PdM): Utilize condition-monitoring tools (infrared thermography, oil analysis, ultrasonics) to detect and prevent failures.
  • Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM): Execute maintenance based on equipment condition and data insights, supported by detailed job plans.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Complete work orders and support reliability and process improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in projects that enhance equipment performance and support new technologies.
  • Contribute ideas and solutions aligned with operational and business goals.
• Team Collaboration & Mentorship
  • Partner with operations and maintenance teams to ensure seamless communication and execution.
  • Share expertise and best practices across the team.
  • Mentor and support the development of less-experienced technicians.

Requirements

• Required Experience
  • Strong background in industrial or manufacturing maintenance.
  • Proven mechanical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Safety Expertise
  • Thorough understanding of safety standards including:
    • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
    • Confined space entry
    • PPE requirements
    • Powered industrial trucks (PIT)
    • Fall protection
    • Hoisting and rigging
    • Hot work procedures
  • Demonstrates a consistent commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Technical Skills
  • Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
  • Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or similar tools.
  • Ability to document work and manage parts effectively.
• Blueprint & Schematic Interpretation
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
  • Experience updating or creating technical documentation.
• Analytical Ability
  • Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
  • Solid math skills including measurements, conversions, and basic formulas used in maintenance tasks.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Proven electrical troubleshooting capabilities.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
  • Fabrication Skills: Welding, machining, or equipment modification experience.
  • Predictive Maintenance: Hands-on experience using diagnostic technologies and interpreting data.
  • Leadership Experience: Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, or lead maintenance personnel.
  • 4+ years of Maintenance experience.

Competencies

• Work Standards
• Solve Problems
• Build Customer Satisfaction
• Collaborate

Schedule

8-hour non-rotating shift, hours fall to in punch day, observed calendar, shift starts AM.