Maintenance Technician

Company Overview

Gagne & Son Concrete Block, Inc. has been a trusted leader in manufacturing and selling high-quality concrete products since 1945. With multiple locations across Maine, our mission is to deliver exceptional customer service and industry-leading product knowledge, supported by a team with over 600 years of combined experience in the industry.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production equipment supporting both precast concrete and drycast concrete products (CMU, pavers, and SRW) manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on role requiring strong mechanical ability, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work directly with production equipment and automation systems. Role and Responsibilities

· Assemble, install, and test block production equipment and automation systems.

· Perform mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical troubleshooting on plant equipment.

· Diagnose and repair equipment failures in both plant and field/production settings.

· Support preventative maintenance (PM) programs for all block and precast machinery.

· Install, align, and maintain machine components including:

Molds

Vibration systems

Conveyors

Pallet handling systems

· Work with engineers and plant leadership to improve machine performance, uptime, and reliability.

· Assist production teams by quickly responding to equipment breakdowns and minimizing downtime.

· Perform routine inspections and help identify preventive maintenance needs.

· Track all applicable assets within MaintainX software, utilizing the software to its full capabilities

· Maintain safe and efficient operation of all plant equipment in accordance with company standards.

· Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and safe operation of heavy machinery.

· Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment as needed.

· Maintain maintenance records and assist with parts and inventory tracking.

· Perform other duties as assigned to support plant operations. Use of hand/air tools.

· Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Tools & Equipment used

· Precision measuring tools

· Welding equipment (light fabrication)

· Hand and power tools

· Diagnostic and testing equipment

· Industrial machinery and production systems

automation & Controls

· Troubleshoot and support Columbia block production equipment.

· Assist with setup, adjustment, and basic programming of PLC-controlled systems.

· Work with automated systems controlling vibration, batching, and production sequencing.

· Support troubleshooting of sensors, relays, motors, and control components.

· Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams on control system improvements.

qualifications & experience

· 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; precast or concrete block/paver manufacturing strongly preferred.

· Experience with Columbia, Besser, Hess, Tiger, or similar block production equipment strongly preferred.

· Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in industrial equipment repair and maintenance.

· Solid understanding of hydraulics (critical), pneumatics, and basic electrical systems.

· Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and hydraulic diagrams.

· Experience troubleshooting vibration-based block forming systems preferred.

· Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment preferred; willingness to learn required.

· Welding and light fabrication skills preferred.

· Experience supporting preventive maintenance programs and industrial equipment uptime.

· Strong problem-solving skills with ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment.

· Ability to communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, and engineers.

· Forklift experience preferred or ability to obtain certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs and work in an industrial manufacturing environment.

· Must be able to climb ladders, step stools, and equipment to perform tasks.

· Must pass pre-employment physical aptitude test and drug screening.

skills & knowledge expected

· Strong mechanical aptitude with industrial maintenance experience.

· Deep understanding of hydraulics (essential for block machinery).

· Working knowledge of pneumatics and industrial automation fundamentals.

· Ability to troubleshoot and repair production equipment under pressure.

· Comfortable working around heavy industrial machinery and vibration systems.

· Strong blueprint and schematic reading skills.

· Team-oriented with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person