Senior Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a quality focused and detail-oriented Senior Maintenance Technician who is ready to take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

This job requires the ability to coordinate and plan work as well as complete hands-on tasks. This position is the equipment technical expert for our business. It requires a self-disciplined, organized, and attentive work style. Working with peers to gain understanding of equipment and process as well as completing tasks properly the first time.

A high level of expertise is expected and the ability to follow all procedures to facilitate the proper maintenance and troubleshooting of all plant equipment.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

• Perform electrical troubleshooting on motors, controls, sensors, VFDs, and power distribution (including 480V where applicable).

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and restore production quickly and safely.

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime.

• Identify root causes of failures and recommend permanent corrective actions.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.

• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and line improvements.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and PM documentation.

• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and electrical safety standards.

• Coordinate with production, engineering, and outside contractors as needed.

Skills and Qualifications:

•High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or trade school preferred

•5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in manufacturing

•Strong electrical troubleshooting skills (motors, controls, relays, sensors)

•Experience with mechanical systems (bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, presses, pumps)

•Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

•Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and automation systems is a plus

•Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and reliability concepts

•Ability to read schematics and technical documentation

•Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

•Experience maintaining mechanical power presses and coil feed lines and their respective control systems.

•Experience maintaining CNC machining centers.

•Experience maintaining laser and water jet cutting equipment.

•Experience maintaining CMMS software (Preferred: Eptura CMMS)