Maintenance Technician

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

Salary: $25-$35 BOE

Job Summary

We are seeking dependable and experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanics to join a manufacturing operation in the Middleville area. These individuals will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to ensure maximum uptime and efficient manufacturing operations.

The primary focus of this position is mechanical maintenance, including troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motors, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, and other industrial machinery. Candidates should also possess basic electrical troubleshooting abilities and be comfortable diagnosing equipment issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in heavy manufacturing or industrial production, a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent attendance, and the ability to work independently while supporting overall production goals.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on industrial production equipment and machinery.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical equipment failures to minimize production downtime.

• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including cylinders, valves, pumps, regulators, and air lines.

• Troubleshoot and repair conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, chains, sprockets, belts, and drive systems.

• Perform mechanical repairs, equipment adjustments, component replacements, and machinery rebuilds.

• Diagnose basic electrical issues involving motors, sensors, switches, wiring, and control components.

• Use electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, to assist with troubleshooting.

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and basic electrical schematics.

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections, lubrication, alignments, and equipment adjustments.

• Assist with equipment installations, machinery upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.

• Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend solutions to improve reliability and performance.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate equipment issues to appropriate personnel.

• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and general plant safety requirements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or heavy production environment.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.

• Hands-on experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Experience maintaining and repairing conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, and industrial machinery.

• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience, including motors, sensors, switches, and electrical components.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and electrical schematics.

• Familiarity with preventative maintenance programs and troubleshooting techniques.

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.

• Knowledge of industrial safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO).

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

• Excellent attendance, dependability, and a strong work ethic.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Shift and Pay:

1ST Shift, 5 am-3 pm  TEMP TO HIRE

$25-$35 BOE

 

Apply Now!

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• Send your resume to: 

  Antonio.Garza@ExpressPros.com  

• Give our office a call: 616-281-0611
• Stop by our office: 1760 44^th Street SW, Suite 10, Wyoming, MI 49519, Inside the Chateau Centre.

Location: Kentwood, MI

Position Type: Evaluation Hire, Full Time

 

What Makes Express Employment Professionals Different?

Express Employment Professionals is a local employment agency that has been helping people find great jobs in Grand Rapids since 1996. We focus on helping people find permanent, long-term positions at some of the best companies in the area. Every week we are actively working with 130+ companies in the Greater Grand Rapids area. 

Express has a wide variety of jobs available, including:

• Light Industrial
• Skilled Trades
• Administrative
• Professional

Benefits of working with Express:

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(K) Savings Plan
• Holiday and Vacation Pay
• Scholarship programs
• Free Online Training

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