Maintenance Technician

Job description:

Maintenance Technician

Location: Newport News, VA

Position Summary:

Our Client is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance, reliability, and performance of industrial/manufacturing equipment. This role will perform preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and automation systems, and support equipment reliability and downtime reduction.

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Maintain motors, drives, VFDs, sensors, controls, conveyors, pumps, bearings, gearboxes, and valves.
• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, I/O, and automation systems.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and support equipment reliability improvements.
• Track maintenance activities, work orders, and equipment history using CMMS/maintenance management systems.
• Support OEE and maintenance performance tracking.
• Manage critical spare parts and maintenance inventory.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors.
• Support equipment installation, startup, and commissioning.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Follow LOTO and machine safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Required Technical Experience :

• Industrial/manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms.
• Experience using PLC programming/software such as Studio 5000, RSLogix, TIA Portal, or similar platforms.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, and I/O.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Experience developing, implementing, or managing a preventive maintenance program.
• Experience with CMMS or maintenance management systems.
• Knowledge of equipment reliability, RCA, and downtime reduction.

Education & Qualifications :

• Degree, technical certification, or trade training in Electrical, Electronics, Automation, Controls, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• GMP or regulated manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and email.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off