Industrial Maintenance Technician
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for minimizing equipment downtime through preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and continuous equipment improvements. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities, experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and the ability to safely work on industrial equipment up to 480 volts.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Repair:
Troubleshoot and repair production equipment to minimize downtime and support manufacturing schedules.
Perform preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on injection molding machines and related production equipment.
Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures and determine effective repair solutions.
Complete maintenance work orders and equipment repairs with urgency and attention to detail.
Inspect equipment for wear, leaks, misalignment, damage, and other conditions that may impact reliability.
Maintain and repair machine safety systems to ensure safe equipment operation.
Mechanical MaintenanceTroubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems and associated controls.
Repair or replace motors, bearings, belts, chains, rollers, valves, cylinders, hoses, and other mechanical components.
Maintain conveyors and material-handling equipment used throughout the production facility.
Perform equipment modifications, installations, adjustments, and general mechanical repairs.
Assist with welding and fabrication projects as needed, accounting for approximately 10% of the role.
Electrical MaintenanceTroubleshoot industrial electrical systems and production equipment.
Safely work with electrical systems up to 480 volts.
Troubleshoot, wire, replace, and maintain three-phase motors.
Read and interpret electrical schematics and circuits to diagnose equipment problems.
Determine whether equipment failures are mechanical, electrical, or a combination of both.
Perform all electrical work in accordance with established safety procedures and company standards.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required.
Hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or a related field.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills involving: Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Conveyors, Motors, Production machinery.
Industrial electrical troubleshooting experience, including: Three-phase motors, Electrical systems up to 480 volts, Motor replacement and wiring, Electrical circuit troubleshooting.
Experience performing preventative maintenance and emergency/reactive repairs.
Ability to work independently and efficiently in a production environment. Welding and fabrication experience is preferred but not required.
Work Environment & Schedule:
Manufacturing facility with a non-climate-controlled environment. Available shifts: Day Shift: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PMNight Shift: 5:00 PM to 3:00 AMMust be available to work one weekend day each week. Requires standing, walking, climbing, lifting, and working around operating industrial machinery.
What We Offer:
Stable, long-term opportunity in a growing manufacturing environment. Exposure to a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems. Opportunity to develop advanced troubleshooting and technical skills. Collaborative maintenance team focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Job Type & Location:
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Apopka, FL.The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)