Job Description
Job Description
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