2Nd Shift Maintenance Technician

Overview

Remote

On-site

Job Description

An established manufacturing operation is adding a Maintenance Technician on nights to keep its production equipment running. You troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures across the plant — motors, conveyors, presses, pneumatic tools, and production machines — and get lines back up fast. Pay moves up a posted, skill-based ladder as you add electrical, PLC, and advanced-diagnostic capability.

Anticipated $17.60–$27.85 per hour, based on experience and demonstrated skill level
Pay advances on a defined skill ladder (electrical, PLC, and advanced diagnostics move you up)
Full suite of benefits, 401K w/match, PTO/Holiday
Typical shift 5:00PM - 3:30AM; maintenance typically runs ~50 hours/week on 10-hour shifts

Overview

Keep production equipment running — troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures with a root-cause mindset
Diagnose by observation — listen to and inspect running equipment to find the source of trouble before it becomes downtime
Repair or replace defective parts: bearings, belts, chains, motors, control circuits, and structural components
Use shop tools (welder, drill press, grinder, metalworking tools) to fabricate and repair parts
Read wiring diagrams and prints to guide repairs; work safely around energized systems
Log work and initiate parts/purchase requisitions to keep preventive maintenance on schedule

Preferred Skills and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent
Mechanical and basic electrical foundation (strongly preferred) — bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, alignment; motors, relays, contactors, sensors
Troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems (strongly preferred)
Proper multimeter use and ability to read wiring diagrams and control circuits
Comfortable and safe working around energized systems
Basic PLC/VFD interaction and automation exposure (trainable; a plus)
Able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally; work at heights and in loud conditions
Willing to work night shift

KEYWORDS: Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance, Maintenance Mechanic, Millwright, Multi-craft Maintenance, Electromechanical Technician, E&I Technician, Reliability Technician, PLC, VFD, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, relays, contactors, sensors, bearings, belts, chains, gearbox, alignment, wiring diagrams, multimeter, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, conveyor, mechanical presses, welding repair, electrical repair, night shift

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