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Reference: AB_4974385
Maintenance Technician – Industrial Manufacturing
Location: Westwood, MA (University Ave)
Shift: Full-Time | Overtime and Weekends Required
Compensation: Competitive; Commensurate with Experience
The OpportunityJoin a premier manufacturing operation with a 75-year history of stability and excellence. We are seeking a motivated Maintenance Technician to join our fast-paced facility in Westwood. This is more than a repair job—it’s an opportunity to become an expert in complex industrial machinery. We are looking for a "mechanical detective" who thrives in high-urgency environments and has a genuine desire to learn and master new processes.
Core ResponsibilitiesTroubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues to minimize downtime.
Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled PM tasks to ensure equipment longevity and safety.
System Installation: Plumb and install air/water lines; assist with electrical circuit maintenance (including three-phase).
Custom Fabrication: Utilize welding and carpentry skills to design and construct specialized fixtures to optimize production.
Operational Excellence: Read and interpret work instructions, safety manuals, blueprints, and schematics to ensure all repairs meet industrial standards.
We value technical aptitude and a proactive "can-do" attitude. The ideal candidate must demonstrate:
Technical Skills: Knowledge of gears, gear ratios, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Electrical Aptitude: Practical experience with wiring and circuits (including three-phase).
Trade Basics: Ability to weld, fabricate, and perform basic carpentry.
Professionalism: A friendly demeanor, math skills, and sharp attention to detail.
Flexibility: A high sense of urgency and the willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Note: Candidates without a degree or license may be required to complete proficiency testing in the technical categories above.
Why Join Our Team?We are a 75-year-old success story built on valuing our employees. We offer:
Excellent Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement packages.
Stability: A long history of employee retention and consistent work.
Growth: Hands-on experience with diverse, complex machinery.
shift: Second
work hours: 4 PM - 12 AM
education: High School
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Must demonstrate a professional, friendly demeanor
- Read and understand work instructions, safety instructions, and troubleshoot mechanical issues/problems and repair equipment and machinery
- perform preventative maintenance tasks on machinery
- Possess a sense of urgency
- Design, fabricate, and construct devices and fixtures
- wearing steel toe shoes
- manual lifting up to 40lbs
- working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week
- working weekends
Skills
- Maintenance
- Electrical
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Blueprints
- Plumbing
Qualifications
- Years of experience: 3 years
- Experience level: Experienced
Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Salary : $58,000 - $67,000