Industrial Maintenance Technician | $20–$26/hr | BlueWorx

Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $20-26 per hour
Shifts Available: 1st Shift & 2nd Shift
Industry: Industrial Manufacturing / Steel Fabrication
Work Location: On-Site

Position Overview

BlueWorx is seeking experienced Industrial Maintenance Technicians for full-time opportunities on both 1st and 2nd shifts.

This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and servicing industrial manufacturing equipment and facility systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical and electrical maintenance background, hands-on troubleshooting experience, and the ability to minimize equipment downtime.

We are looking for dependable, self-motivated technicians who can work independently, diagnose equipment failures, and perform quality repairs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Industrial Equipment Maintenance

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild industrial machinery and mechanical components.

• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble equipment as needed.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment issues.

• Perform routine equipment inspections to identify potential failures.

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and restore machinery to operation.

• Support continuous improvement efforts to increase equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

Electrical & Mechanical Troubleshooting

• Diagnose industrial electrical problems using schematics, multimeters, and other testing equipment.

• Troubleshoot low-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems.

• Work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial control systems.

• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals.

• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems, motors, and other industrial mechanical components.

• Perform welding and fabrication repairs as needed.

• Use precision measuring instruments to inspect and repair equipment.

• Support maintenance of HVAC and facility equipment.

Preventive Maintenance & Documentation

• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance activities.

• Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document work orders and maintenance history.

• Identify recurring equipment issues and assist with root-cause analysis.

• Maintain tools, equipment, and maintenance work areas.

• Communicate equipment conditions, repairs, and maintenance needs to supervisors.

• Work with production personnel to minimize equipment downtime.

Safety & Teamwork

• Follow established company safety policies and maintenance procedures.

• Identify and report unsafe conditions or work practices.

• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other maintenance equipment safely when needed.

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.

• Communicate effectively with production employees, maintenance personnel, and supervisors.

• Participate in training to improve technical knowledge and maintenance skills.

• Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent trade school education

• 2–3 years of maintenance-related experience

• Experience maintaining and repairing industrial or manufacturing equipment

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills

• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and troubleshooting

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and maintenance manuals

• Experience with preventive maintenance and equipment inspections

• Familiarity with hydraulic systems and industrial machinery

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

• Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in steel fabrication or metal manufacturing

• Experience troubleshooting PLCs and industrial control systems

• Knowledge of high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems

• Welding and fabrication experience

• Experience maintaining HVAC/R systems

• Familiarity with CMMS maintenance software

• Experience operating forklifts and scissor lifts

• Knowledge of precision measuring instruments

• Military maintenance or technical experience

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and work around industrial equipment during 10–12-hour shifts

• Ability to bend, squat, climb ladders, and work underneath or on equipment

• Ability to perform repetitive grasping, pushing, and pulling

• Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment

• Flexibility to work varying shifts or extended hours as needed
  
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