$2,500 Hire Bonus – 50% paid after 30 days, balance paid after 90 days

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance across a 100,000 square foot precision machining and manufacturing facility operating at two nearby sites. This role requires a strong mechanical and electrical background, a proactive safety mindset, and the ability to work with urgency to reduce downtime, support production goals, and maintain critical facility infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment & Systems Maintenance

- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on CNC machinery, screw machines, and facility support equipment (compressors, chillers, pumps, etc.).

- Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including motors, relays, PLCs, VFDs, control panels, and lighting.

- Maintain and repair HVAC systems, including diagnostics, filter changes, and seasonal servicing.

- Support maintenance of hydraulic and pneumatic systems integral to machining operations.

Preventive Maintenance

- Execute and document preventive maintenance routines per established schedules.

- Monitor equipment health and escalate issues before breakdowns occur.

- Contribute to the development and refinement of PM checklists and logs.

Facility Support

- Address general building maintenance needs including plumbing, minor carpentry, lighting, and grounds upkeep.

- Ensure both sites meet 5S and workplace organization standards for maintenance areas.

- Support facility upgrades, equipment installations, and moves.

Safety & Compliance

- Follow all company safety policies, including LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), PPE usage, confined space, and electrical safety.

- Identify and mitigate safety hazards proactively in collaboration with the EHS team.

- Participate in safety audits and emergency preparedness drills.

Team & Communication

- Coordinate closely with production, engineering, and quality departments to prioritize and resolve maintenance issues.

- Provide status updates for open work orders and clearly communicate timelines for resolution.

- Assist in mentoring junior team members or temporary technicians when applicable.

Qualifications

Required

- Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a machining or manufacturing environment.

- Strong background in CNC machine repair (mills, lathes, screw machines).

- Working knowledge of HVAC, facility electrical, and basic plumbing systems.

- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals.

- Demonstrated history of safe work practices and rapid response to facility needs.

- Must have own basic set of tools and valid driver’s license (travel between sites required).

Preferred

- Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).

- EPA Section 608 HVAC certification.

- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and 5S.

- Forklift or scissor lift certification a plus.

Key Competencies

- Sense of Urgency: Responds quickly and effectively to breakdowns or urgent issues.

- Problem Solving: Diagnoses root causes and implements reliable, cost-effective fixes.

- Team Player: Collaborates well across departments and shares knowledge.

- Detail-Oriented: Accurately maintains logs, records, and completes work to high standards.

- Adaptability: Capable of managing changing priorities and conditions across two facilities.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

- Capable of standing, walking, climbing, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.

- Tolerance for hot/cold and noisy environments typical of industrial manufacturing.

You should be proficient in:

Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
HVAC/R Systems
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
Commercial Electrical Expertise
Electrical Installation
Electrical Troubleshooting
Electrical Repair
Relay Testing
Insulation Resistance Testing
Machine Safety Inspections

Machines & technologies you'll use:

CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Haas, Makino, Brother)
EDM Machine (Wire) (Fanuc)
CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Dmg Mori Seiki, Murata, Nakamura)
CNC Swiss Lathe (Star, Eurotech, Tornos)
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Fanuc)
CNC Lathe (5+ axis) (Eurotech, Miyano, Dmg Mori Seiki, Nakamura)
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric)
Servo Motors
Band Saw