What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Maintenance Technician position at Valley View Manufacturing?
Summary
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support our fast-paced manufacturing environment. In this role, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of machinery, physical structures, and building systems. This is a hands-on, high-impact position essential to keeping operations running safely and efficiently.
If you’re a strong problem-solver with broad technical ability—from basic facility upkeep to complex machine repair—this is an excellent opportunity to grow and make a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment & Machinery Maintenance
Visually inspect, test, and evaluate machinery and equipment to identify issues before failures occur.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic problems and perform effective repairs.
Dismantle defective machines, remove worn parts, and install new or rebuilt components.
Clean, lubricate, and service shafts, bearings, gears, motors, and other moving parts.
Perform preventive and emergency maintenance on production equipment, facility systems, and utilities.
Set up and operate machine tools (lathe, grinder, drill press, milling machine) to repair or fabricate parts, jigs, fixtures, and tools.
Troubleshoot recurring issues and provide independent recommendations to prevent future downtime.
Facility & Building Systems
Repair physical structures, including walls, floors, doors, and general facility components.
Perform general maintenance tasks including basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC, and light electrical work.
Replace lighting, handle basic custodial tasks when needed, and maintain a clean working environment.
Safely work at heights up to 30 feet using aerial or scissor lifts.
Safety, Documentation & Collaboration
Follow all OSHA safety standards, procedures, and PPE requirements.
Properly use lockout/tag-out (LOTO) practices to ensure safe maintenance.
Document all maintenance activities in the CMMS or preventive maintenance database.
Coordinate with Scheduling when maintenance tasks will impact production (1 hour downtime).
Know when to call in specialized technicians for advanced repairs.
Maintain a strict maintenance schedule while adapting to changing priorities and urgent needs.
Requirements
Experience & Skills
Minimum 3 years of relevant mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or production environment.
Experience installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery, equipment, pipe systems, and facility structures.
Strong working knowledge of OSHA Safety Standards and compliance practices.
Experience with Krones equipment is a strong plus.
Ability to perform basic math, read technical manuals, and use computer systems for reporting.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs and work at heights up to 30 ft.
Education & Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Relevant trade experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water treatment, mechanical, or similar fields highly preferred.
Supervisory or lead experience is highly desirable.
Professional Qualifications
Must be able to speak, read, and write English for workplace safety.
Strong, stable work history with 2–3 years per role and solid professional references.
Willingness to work overtime and attend training outside normal shift hours.
Why This Role Is Unique
This position requires versatility and independence. You may:
Repair a high-value automated machine in the morning,
Replace a lighting ballast in the afternoon,
Coordinate with production on downtime,
And update preventive maintenance logs before the shift ends.
You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the reliability of equipment and the overall success of the manufacturing operation.
Salary info:
$28 - $35 / hr
Salary : $28 - $35