Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on maximizing equipment uptime, supporting preventive maintenance efforts, responding to operational issues, and ensuring machinery operates safely and efficiently. The position also assists with general facility upkeep and works closely with production leadership to support day-to-day operations. Apply now!

Work Model:

• On-Site

What You Will Do:

• Conduct preventive maintenance and repairs on production equipment and machinery
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to reduce downtime
• Address equipment breakdowns and production interruptions promptly
• Help maintain building systems, including lighting, plumbing, HVAC, and other facility equipment
• Ensure equipment operates safely and take unsafe machinery out of service until repairs are completed
• Maintain inventory of maintenance parts and critical repair components
• Arrange maintenance activities with equipment vendors and service providers as needed
• Collaborate with production personnel to identify and implement equipment performance improvements

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

• 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment preferred
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to diagnose equipment issues and complete repairs with limited supervision
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requests
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate with operations teams
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, prolonged standing, and working in varying environmental conditions

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K
• PTO
• Parental Leave
• EAP

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Matthew Moore at (515) 225-7000 or email mmoore@thepalmergroup.com.