Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on equipment, systems, and facilities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role involves troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems and fire protection systems in compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards.

Responsibilities will include:

•    Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, process utilities, and facility infrastructure.
•    Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, and repair or replace defective parts and components.
•    Inspect, test, and maintain electrical panels, wiring, fire alarm systems, sprinklers, and emergency lighting.
•    Support process equipment such as pumps, valves, mixers, compressors, and instrumentation devices.
•    Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of safety-critical systems, including emergency eyewash stations, ventilation, and spill containment systems.
•    Ensure all equipment operates efficiently and in compliance with safety and quality standards.
•    Ensure all maintenance work follows lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and hazardous energy control procedures.
•    Respond promptly to breakdowns or maintenance requests to minimize downtime.
•    Document all maintenance activities, parts usage, and repairs in the maintenance management system (CMMS).
•    Assist in equipment installations, modifications, and upgrades.
•    Collaborate with production, engineering, and safety teams to identify and implement process improvements.
•    Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance and plant areas.
•    Follow all company, environmental, and safety regulations related to hazardous materials handling.
•    Be available to work shifts, weekends, and respond to on-call maintenance requests as needed

Required Experience & Knowledge

    Educational Requirements: 
•    High school diploma or equivalent required; technical diploma or trade certification preferred (Millwright, Electrician, or Industrial Mechanic).
•    3+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial or chemical manufacturing environment.

    Other Experience/Competencies (Preferred):
•    Hands-on experience with electrical systems, fire protection systems, and fire alarm maintenance.
•    Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
•    Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
•    Proficient with tools, diagnostic equipment, and maintenance software (CMMS experience is an asset).
•    Understanding of safety standards (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, WHMIS, OSHA, and fire safety codes).
•    Ability to work safely around chemicals, pressurized systems, and high-voltage equipment.
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
•    Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.

Physical Demand

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, bend or reach for extended period, and climb or balance. 
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and perform manual tasks such as climbing, bending, or standing for extended periods. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee should be comfortable working in hot, cold, or noisy environments, and around chemical processing equipment. Willingness to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, gloves, and protective clothing, is required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made where necessary. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Compensation

The salary range for the position of Maintenance Technician is $55,000 - $75,000. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the range including prior experience, current skills, location/labor market, internal equity and other factors as permitted by law.

This salary range is provided in good faith and is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation for all statewide locations across the United States. Salary is dependent on a multitude of factors, including but not limited to the physical worksite location, candidate's skill set, level of experience, education, and internal peer compensation comparisons.