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Maintenance Technician

EFCO Products

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$32-38 /h
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Poughkeepsie, NY
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Second Shift
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production, facility, and utility equipment in a food manufacturing environment to support safe and efficient operations.
  • Respond promptly to production line calls, diagnose equipment issues, and communicate repair status and expected downtime to Production and Maintenance Leadership.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, and inspections in accordance with the Preventive Maintenance Program to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic control system issues on production and facility equipment.
  • Safely dismantle, repair, adjust, and reassemble machinery and equipment as required.
  • Inspect replacement parts and components to ensure compliance with OEM specifications and manufacturer tolerances.
  • Maintain and support facility and utility systems including HVAC, boilers, steam lines, plumbing, electrical systems, and building infrastructure.
  • Coordinate maintenance, repair, and installation work to minimize disruption to production operations.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, GMP, and regulatory requirements, including maintaining clean tools, equipment, and work areas.
  • Ensure production lines are clear of tools and equipment prior to startup or restart following maintenance activities.
  • Accurately complete work orders, logs, and documentation using the EFCO work order ticketing system.
  • Document materials and parts used and communicate needs to Maintenance Leadership.
  • Participate in training and support Maintenance and Production teams as needed to meet business demands.
  • Promptly report unusual conditions, safety concerns, or actual or potential facility damage.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic control systems in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to safely troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment, including conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and packaging machinery.
  • Basic understanding of industrial electrical systems, including low‑voltage (sensors, photo eyes, relays) and high‑voltage systems (motors, panels, disconnects).
  • Experience performing preventive maintenance and lubrication activities.
  • Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, boilers, steam lines, and plant utilities.
  • Ability to safely disassemble, inspect, adjust, and reassemble machinery and equipment.
  • Basic welding, fabrication, and hand‑tool skills appropriate for maintenance work.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow work orders, safety instructions, and standard operating procedures.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with Maintenance and Production personnel.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following defined escalation processes.
  • Ability to safely operate tools, testing devices, diagnostic equipment, and forklifts when trained and certified.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

  • Ability to stand or walk for the duration of the shift and work in cold or freezer environments as required.
  • Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, reach, stoop, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Physical strength, stamina, and dexterity to safely perform essential job functions.

You should be proficient in:

  • PLC Troubleshooting Skills
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • CNC Machine Repair
  • Boiler Troubleshooting
  • Industrial Electrical Experience
  • Industrial Electrical Systems
  • Troubleshooting CNC Machines

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • Circular Saw
  • Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
  • Conveyor Systems