What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Maintenance Technician position at Urban Forge?
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Urban Forge — Mountain View AR
Full-Time
About Us
Urban Forge is a blacksmithing company producing hand-forged metalwork / custom ironwork. We're looking for an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to keep our shop equipment — including vintage and specialty machinery — running safely and reliably.
About the Role
This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a range of industrial equipment, including older/vintage machinery that requires hands-on problem-solving rather than manufacturer manuals. You'll work closely with shop staff to minimize downtime and keep production moving.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair hydraulic,pneumatic & electrical systems on shop equipment
- Perform preventive maintenance on forges, presses, hammers, and other production machinery
- Problem-solve issues on older/vintage equipment where parts and documentation may be limited, often requiring creative repair solutions
- Fabricate or source replacement parts as needed
- Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime
- Maintain maintenance logs and track recurring issues
- Communicate clearly with shop staff and management on equipment status, repair timelines, and safety concerns
- Follow all safety protocols when working on electrical and mechanical systems
Qualifications
- Proven experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and 3-phase electrical systems
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair older/vintage industrial machinery
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills — able to explain issues clearly to both shop floor staff and management
- Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams
- 3 years of industrial maintenance experience preferred
- Welding/fabrication skills a plus
Compensation & Benefits
Pay DOE
To Apply
https://urbanforge.com/pages/careers
Work Location: In person