Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician ensures maximum facility and equipment uptime by completing proactive work orders and by diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing faults on plant utilities and machinery. Working closely with the Maintenance Supervisor, this role executes daily work orders while continuously driving departmental efficiency and strict EH&S (Environmental Health & Safety) compliance.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in electrical, electronic, mechanical, or maintenance engineering technology preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 4 years related on-the-job facilities experience required.
• Forklift experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and hydraulic systems, as well as welding, shop machinery, and pneumatic/hand tools.
• Proficient in general maintenance work such as, but not limited to, patching, painting, framing, and concrete repair.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions to complete routine procedures and/or operate standard equipment.
• Ability to use a computer and digital Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to log work and track parts.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, internal customers, external vendors, and suppliers.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills, with the ability to troubleshoot unfamiliar equipment and develop solutions independently when manuals and instructions are unavailable.
• Demonstrate high attention to detail, consistently meeting work order requirements and daily goals safely and accurately.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive maintenance and repairs on air compressors, dryers, forklifts, all Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) equipment, and pallet jacks.
• Assists with installation of new equipment by preparing the site utilities, clearing the space, handling of equipment into final locations, and making final utility terminations.
• Diagnose and performs the necessary mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic repairs on production and non-production equipment.
• Support general building maintenance and renovations, such as drywall installation, framing, painting, and office furniture relocation.
• Execute scheduled preventative maintenance on all production and facility equipment according to manufacturer and company guidelines.
• Install and maintain utility lines, including air, water, gas, and electrical systems.
• Complete and document CMMS work orders accurately while upholding all safety and quality standards.
• Analyze departmental KPIs to recommend data-driven improvements to equipment and workflows.
• Adheres strictly to the Company's Safety Program, including NFPA 70E Arc Flash safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and appropriate safety protocols.
• Must be knowledgeable of and comply with the Company's policies and procedures.
• Maintain attendance as required by company policies.
• Work overtime as required.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Travel: Generally, travel is not required

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee for successful performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to use hands regularly to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, controls and equipment. The employee is required to both see and hear. The employee must be able to walk, climb, sit and stand. The employee occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs., and occasionally kneels and bends.

Work Environment: The environment is both office and manufacturing. The manufacturing environment is subject to moderate changes in temperature, and the employee will be exposed to typical hazards of noise, flying debris, and overhead hazards requiring the use of proper PPD (Personal Protective Equipment).

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Pay Range: $27.00 - $32.00 USD per hour