Maintenance Technician II

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs on plant and mobile equipment.
• Inspect, maintain, replace, and align bearings, rollers, belts, pulleys, and related components on conveyor systems and processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial equipment including loaders, shears, grapples, skid steers, forklifts, tractor/trailers, shredders, conveyors, hydraulic systems, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and repair, including reading electrical meters, testing voltage, continuity, and amperage on 120-volt systems.
• Conduct periodic safety and maintenance inspections to identify wear, damage, and equipment requiring repair or replacement.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and manuals to install, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair equipment, engines, motors, and compressors.
• Perform welding, grinding, torching, and weld setup as needed to support maintenance and repair activities.
• Set up, adjust, and break down machinery and conveyor components to support safe and efficient operations.
• Order replacement parts, maintain parts inventory, and coordinate with vendors and service providers for specialized repairs.
• Document maintenance activities accurately using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or work order system.
• Follow all established safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and hazardous materials handling.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and assist with emergency repairs to minimize downtime.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of industrial maintenance experience; entry-level candidates may be considered with relevant technical training or certifications.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with:
• Bearings and conveyor systems
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair
• Basic electrical systems, including meter usage and diagnostics (120v)
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Welding experience (MIG, stick, or torch) preferred.
• Experience working in a metal scrap, recycling, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school or trade certification preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment and comply with all safety requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, walk, and stoop for long periods of time.
• Able to climb in/on mobile equipment.
• Exposure to physical operations in scrap recycling facilities, including walking/climbing in active industrial yards with uneven surfaces in inclement weather.