What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician - Sawmill position at The Baillie Group?
The Baillie Group is a cohesive, unified group of hardwood producers working cooperatively together with each retaining their distinctive and valued cultural identities.
The Baillie Group has been a trusted leader in the hardwood lumber industry since 1923. With multiple facilities across North America, we are committed to quality, continuous improvement, and long-term partnerships. Our Smyrna, NY sawmill is currently seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
Position Overview:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems within the sawmill. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a SPLIT SHIFT position – but will train on 1st shift.
Key Responsibilities:
Federal and NY State Labor Laws
https://www.baillie.com/images/NewYorkFederalComboEnglish.pdf
By submitting this application, I certify that all information on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that, should this application contain any false or misleading information, my application may be rejected or, if I have already been hired, my employment with the Company may be terminated, regardless of when the false or misleading information is discovered.”
The Baillie Group has been a trusted leader in the hardwood lumber industry since 1923. With multiple facilities across North America, we are committed to quality, continuous improvement, and long-term partnerships. Our Smyrna, NY sawmill is currently seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
Position Overview:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems within the sawmill. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a SPLIT SHIFT position – but will train on 1st shift.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components.
- Apply knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles to diagnose equipment malfunctions and restore equipment to proper operation.
- Provide skilled maintenance support across all manufacturing areas, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and repair a wide range of equipment, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), drives, gauges, power supplies, and test equipment.
- Assist in the installation, modification, and upgrade of machinery and support systems.
- Document maintenance activities and communicate effectively with operations staff to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner.
- Follow all company safety protocols and maintain a safe, organized work environment.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the needs of the sawmill.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; a 2-year degree/certificate in electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic fields preferred.
- Previous experience in electrical, welding, or mechanical work strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, industrial/manufacturing environment.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to quickly identify and resolve issues.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team, including strong communication with operators and supervisors.
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and working in varying environmental conditions.
- Willing to train on 1st shift, but this will be a 2nd shift role
- Minimum - Anticipated Maximum Salary: $18-$20/hour*
- 11am – 8pm split shift after completion of training
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement).
- Opportunities for career growth and technical training.
Federal and NY State Labor Laws
https://www.baillie.com/images/NewYorkFederalComboEnglish.pdf
By submitting this application, I certify that all information on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that, should this application contain any false or misleading information, my application may be rejected or, if I have already been hired, my employment with the Company may be terminated, regardless of when the false or misleading information is discovered.”
Salary : $18 - $20