What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Plant Maintenance Technician I position at RSI NORTH AMERICA INC?
Who We Are:
The RSI Group (SmartCap®) is the leading manufacturer, supplier, and seller of pickup truck caps and associated accessories in more than 30 countries globally. RSI’s flagship, patented product is the SmartCap®, the world’s first flat-packable truck cap system, made of durable stainless steel and capable of customization to fit every customer’s specific interests and needs.
Job Summary:
The Senior Plant Maintenance Technician I is responsible for supporting the reliability, safety, and efficiency of plant equipment and facility systems. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime, maintaining production flow, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Senior-level technicians may also provide guidance and support to junior maintenance team members
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on production equipment, plant machinery, tools, and facility systems
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to minimize equipment downtime
- Inspect, test, and diagnose equipment malfunctions using manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools
- Fabricate, weld, and modify components as needed to support equipment repairs and improvements
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records, and parts inventory documentation
- Monitor maintenance supplies and request replacement parts as needed
- Assist with installation, relocation, upgrades, or decommissioning of plant equipment
- Support continuous improvement projects related to equipment performance, layout changes, and efficiency
- Follow all safety requirements, including OSHA standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Train or assist in training new maintenance employees on proper procedures, as applicable
- Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read blueprints and technical schematics
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with CNC machines or robotic systems
- PLC troubleshooting and basic programming knowledge
- Welding, fabrication, and machining experience
- ERP or CMMS system experience
- Automotive accessories or truck cap manufacturing experience
Physical Demands:
- Frequent standing and walking
- Occasional bending and kneeling
- Manual material handling and lifting of parts
- Regular use of computer screens and machine control stations
Working Conditions:
- Frequent work in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with seasonal temperature changes
- Considerable exposure to production noise levels from manufacturing equipment
RSI Group (SmartCap®) is an equal opportunity employer, with highly competitive pay and benefits, training and development opportunities, and a welcoming and innovative culture.