Job Description

Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with an automotive manufacturing organization, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician. This role is responsible for troubleshooting electrical and mechanical equipment issues, completing preventive maintenance, and responding to production downtime in a highly automated manufacturing environment.

Schedule

This is an opportunity will be a rotating 12-hour schedule. Day and night shift opportunities may be available, with shifts running approximately 6:00 AM–6:30 PM or 6:00 PM–6:30 AM. The repeating rotation includes weekdays and weekends, with the additional 30 minutes supporting shift communication and handoff.

Job Duties

• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues across automated manufacturing and assembly equipment

• Diagnose 24V I/O, sensors, photo eyes, electrical components, and basic automation faults

• Respond to equipment downtime and perform equipment resets, component replacements, and repairs

• Complete scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance activities across production equipment

• Troubleshoot pneumatic systems and basic hydraulic equipment

• Read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment documentation to diagnose failures

• Perform basic troubleshooting on automated equipment and industrial robotics

• Document preventive maintenance activities, equipment downtime, repairs, and recurring equipment issues

Skills & Experience

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

• 2+ years of manufacturing, industrial maintenance, automation, electrical/mechanical, or comparable technical experience preferred; relevant technical education or apprenticeship experience may be considered

• Hands-on electrical troubleshooting experience, including 24V I/O, sensors, photo eyes, and machine-level electrical components

• Mechanical troubleshooting and equipment repair experience

• Experience with pneumatic systems and basic hydraulic systems

• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings

• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and industrial equipment maintenance

• Ability to follow lockout/tagout and applicable industrial safety procedures

Desired

• Technical certification or training in Electrical, Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Fabrication, or a related technical discipline

• Experience with industrial automation and PLC-based equipment troubleshooting

• Exposure to industrial robots and collaborative robotic systems

• Experience in automotive, JIT, assembly, or other high-volume manufacturing environments

• Experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens control systems

• Forklift, manlift, or applicable industrial safety certifications

• Experience with computerized preventive maintenance or equipment maintenance tracking systems

• Advanced electrical schematic and blueprint reading capabilities

About Blue Chip Talent

Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth.

We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.