Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Pay: $23–$29/hour DOE

Shift Differential: Additional pay for 2nd, 3rd, and weekend shifts

Location: Pryor, OK 74361

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Order #: 123785

Position Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine and preventive maintenance to ensure the efficient operation of production machinery and equipment. This Maintenance Technician role supports multiple systems including extruders, auxiliary equipment, reduction equipment, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical systems to maintain production flow and safety standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Extruders

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  Maintain full extruder function and enforce safe operating procedures

  
  


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  Maintain guards, gauges, blow plugs, and emergency stops

  
  


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  Monitor temperature control and drive RPM relationships

  
  

Auxiliary Equipment

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  Maintain downstream equipment for continuous production

  
  


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  Keep spare equipment ready for transfer

  
  


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  Monitor color feeders and blenders; submit QC samples quarterly

  
  

Reduction Equipment

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  Maintain blade and drive belt inventory

  
  


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  Ensure grinders and shredders remain fully operational

  
  

Electrical

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  Troubleshoot wiring systems and electrical components

  
  


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  Trace electrical issues from breaker to motor applications

  
  

Pneumatics & Hydraulics

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  Maintain air distribution systems and hydraulic components

  
  


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  Replace hoses, maintain regulators, oil mist systems, and compressors

  
  


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  Operate and maintain hydraulic systems and valve controls

  
  

Plumbing & Plant Systems

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  Maintain water systems, chillers, and PVC plumbing

  
  


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  Service loaders, receivers, silo piping, and rail car unloaders

  
  


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  Address dock levelers, stretch wrappers, forklifts, and clamp trucks

  
  

Required Qualifications

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  Forklift and clamp truck certification

  
  


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  Knowledge of basic electrical theory (AC/DC voltage, breakers, meters)

  
  


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  Strong mechanical, electrical, welding, plumbing, and fabrication skills

  
  


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  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

  
  


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  Proficiency with tools, measurements, and mechanical conversions

  
  

Experience Requirements

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  Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment

  
  


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  Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs (PLC-5, SLC 500, MicroLogix, ControlLogix)

  
  


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  Familiarity with PanelView HMI and Remote I/O systems

  
  


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  Hands-on experience with extruders, pneumatics, hydraulics, and plant systems

  
  


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  Knowledge of 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles preferred

  
  

Physical Requirements

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  Regular standing, walking, bending, kneeling

  
  


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  Lift 25 lbs regularly; up to 75 lbs occasionally

  
  


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  Work in a manufacturing environment with noise, moving machinery, and temperature variations

  
  


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  Required PPE: safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hearing protection

  
  

Benefits

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  401(k) retirement plan

  
  


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  Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  
  


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  10 paid vacation days + 5 paid personal days annually

  
  

If you are an experienced Maintenance Technician looking for competitive pay and strong benefits in Pryor, apply today.

If you are interested in this position, click the “Apply” button above to submit your application. If your qualifications align with the requirements of the position, a team member will contact you to schedule an interview.

Job Order # 123785

Stand-By Personnel | Skilled Division