Maintenance Technician
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Technician Date: August 7, 2025
- Educational requirements:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 1–2 years of experience in maintenance or manufacturing support preferred.
- Technical or vocational training in mechanics, electrical systems, or industrial maintenance is a plus.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
- Understanding safety standards in a manufacturing or cleanroom environment is preferred.
- Comfortable using basic hand tools, power tools, and computers.
- Reports to: Automation & Maintenance Lead Technician
- Primary job responsibility: Support maintenance and repair activities on extrusion and manufacturing equipment under the direction of the Automation & Maintenance Lead Technician. Perform basic mechanical, electrical, and preventive maintenance tasks to keep production running safely and efficiently.
- Essential functions of the position:
- Equipment Support & Troubleshooting
- Assist with troubleshooting and repairing extrusion line components such as vacuum tanks, pullers, dryers, and cutters.
- Respond to calls for machine adjustments or repairs during active production.
- Replace worn or damaged parts, belts, filters, sensors, and other common components.
- Preventive Maintenance
- Perform scheduled lubrication, cleaning, and inspections of equipment.
- Document maintenance activities accurately and consistently.
- Help identify wear-and-tear items and report potential equipment concerns early.
- Shop & Tools
- Maintain a clean and organized maintenance shop and storage areas.
- Track and return tools and ensure equipment is cleaned after use.
- Help organize parts inventory and assist with sourcing components when needed.
- Team Collaboration
- Work closely with the Maintenance Lead, Engineering, and Production teams to prioritize tasks.
- Follow written and verbal instructions for troubleshooting and repairs.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with team members.
- Continuous Learning & Growth
- Participate in training on equipment, safety protocols, and basic automation concepts.
- Be open to learning new systems, including basic PLC awareness, machine logic, and technical drawings.
- Take on increasing responsibilities over time as knowledge and skill sets grow.
- Is the work described above checked by another individual? ? YES ? NO
- Consistent motor skills and other requirements of the position:
Persistent: Standing: (80) % Sitting: (10) % Walking: (10) %
Consistent motor skills and other requirements of the position:
Consistent lifting of up to 70 lbs. – Occasionally
Minimum lifting of 1 lb. – Frequently
Maximum carrying distance of up to 100 ft. – Rarely
Reaching – must be able to reach machines and/or materials up to 6 ft. from the floor – Rarely
Kneeling – Occasionally
Climbing stairs – Frequently
Repetitive motion – right/left hand/wrist – Occasionally
Repetitive motion – right/left foot/ankle – Occasionally
Continuous arm motions – Yes
Must be able to avoid potentially moving objects which could cause injury – Yes
Must be able to grasp and move objects consistently and regularly – Yes
Vision: intricate nature of work requires vision of 20/20 with or without corrective lenses – Yes
Must be able to use gaging equipment and tools – Yes
Must demonstrate ability to work productively and efficiently with others – Yes
Microspec offers competitive wages and benefits, including:
Sign-On Bonus
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Matching 401K plan annually after 1 year
Entry-level 2 weeks paid vacation
64 Hours personal/sick time (unused time paid out at the end of the year)
Annual discretionary bonus
Salary range-$27-$30 per hour based on experience
20% Second Shift Differential
25% Third Shift Differential