Maintenance Technician

Perform preventive maintenance, diagnose equipment issues, and complete repairs on production machinery, manufacturing equipment, and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Support equipment installations, troubleshooting efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime, improve performance, and maintain overall plant productivity. Assist with general building maintenance and respond to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner to support operational needs.

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices to maintain a safe work environment. 


• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment, presses, automated systems, and facility-related machinery to support efficient operations and minimize downtime. 


• Perform routine, scheduled, and emergency maintenance on machinery, equipment, and building systems. 


• Complete preventive maintenance activities and assist in improving maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability and performance. 


• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systems. 


• Program, troubleshoot, and support PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, cameras, and vision inspection systems. 


• Assist with equipment upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement projects to increase safety, quality, and productivity. 


• Fabricate, modify, and repair machine components, guards, fixtures, and maintenance-related equipment as needed. 


• Maintain and organize maintenance tools, spare parts, and inventory to ensure critical components are available when needed. 


• Accurately document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance tasks within maintenance tracking systems. 


• Support facility maintenance activities, including lighting, HVAC, utilities, and general building repairs. 


• Participate in technical training and development opportunities to maintain and expand maintenance skills and knowledge. 


• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards. 


• Collaborate with production, engineering, and other departments to resolve equipment issues and improve operational performance. 


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 


• Technical degree, associate degree, trade school certification, or equivalent training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred. 


• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or equipment repair environment preferred. 


• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, with the ability to troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment. 


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, maintenance manuals, and technical drawings. 


• Experience with PLCs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, HMIs, robotics, and automated equipment preferred. 


• Basic understanding of industrial controls, automation systems, and electrical troubleshooting. 


• Welding, fabrication, and machine repair experience preferred. 


• Proficient computer skills with the ability to use maintenance management systems (CMMS), Microsoft Office applications, and other business software. 


• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective repairs. 


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment. 


• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 


• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate equipment concerns clearly. 


• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or off-shift hours as needed to support plant operations. 


• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

• Ability to respond effectively to equipment breakdowns and emergency maintenance situations while following established safety procedures and safe work practices. 


• Ability to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed footwear, gloves, and other required equipment. 


• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, electrical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, noise, dust, vibration, and varying temperatures. 


• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull tools, equipment, materials, and replacement parts weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. 


• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods during the workday. 


• Ability to frequently bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform physical maintenance tasks in various working positions. 


• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, platforms, and industrial equipment to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machinery and facility systems. 


• Ability to work at elevated heights using ladders, lifts, and aerial work platforms while following all applicable safety requirements. 


• Ability to safely operate and use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and diagnostic equipment required to perform maintenance activities. 


• Ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and fine motor skills. 


• Ability to access and work in confined or restricted spaces when necessary to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment. 


• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or varying shifts as needed to support production schedules and maintenance requirements.

• Quality, accuracy, and completeness of maintenance work performed. 


• Ability to effectively diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation-related equipment issues. 


• Contribution to equipment reliability, performance, and overall plant uptime. 


• Timely completion of preventive maintenance activities, corrective repairs, work orders, and assigned projects.


• Compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and safe work practices. 


• Demonstrates a proactive commitment to workplace safety by identifying, reporting, and helping to correct potential hazards. 


• Ability to learn, develop, and apply new maintenance skills, technologies, and repair techniques. 


• Accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of maintenance documentation, records, and work order reporting. 


• Effective collaboration and communication with production, engineering, quality, and other support departments. 


• Dependability, attendance, responsiveness, and flexibility in supporting maintenance and operational needs. 


• Contribution to continuous improvement efforts that enhance safety, quality, equipment performance, and productivity. 


• Achievement of departmental and individual goals and objectives. 


• Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and integrity in all work performed. 


• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, technologies, equipment, and business needs. 


• Annual appraisal of core skills, competencies, and overall job performance. 


• Consistently demonstrates transparency, integrity, credibility, and a positive team-oriented attitude.

As an employee at ARaymond you play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Complying with all company health and safety guidelines and procedures.


• Participating in all required health and safety training courses to stay informed about best practices and regulatory requirements.