Maintenance Technician – Plant Operations

About the role

The Maintenance Technician ensures that all plant equipment operates reliably and efficiently. Working on a fast‑paced production floor, you will perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and installations while minimizing downtime and cost.

Key responsibilities

• Complete maintenance assignments with minimal supervision, focusing on reducing equipment downtime.
• Troubleshoot, dismantle, and repair mechanical devices, replacing defective parts as needed.
• Set up and operate shop machinery such as lathes, drill presses, grinders, band saws, cutting torches, and welders.
• Use hand and pneumatic tools to modify or repair parts and equipment.
• Install, repair, and modify hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
• Operate forklifts and hydraulic working platforms when required.
• Research and procure supplies, parts, and tools needed for work orders.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and update maintenance logs, manuals, and drawings.
• Follow all safety, health, and environmental guidelines.

Required profile

• Physically capable of lifting up to 55 lb regularly and handling heavier loads occasionally.
• Comfortable working in loud, humid, hot, or electrically hazardous environments.
• Willingness to adhere to strict safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Proactive attitude with a focus on preventive maintenance.

Required skills

• Lathe operation
• Drill press operation
• Grinder operation
• Band saw operation
• Cutting torch operation
• Welding
• Hand tool usage
• Pneumatic tool usage
• Forklift operation
• Hydraulic platform operation
• Hydraulic equipment installation and repair
• Pneumatic equipment installation and repair
• Preventive maintenance practices
• Mechanical troubleshooting