Area Maintenance Technician (Weekend Nights)

Howmet Aerospace • Hampton, VA

3d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Engine Systems is seeking an experienced Area Maintenance Technician to join its team in Hampton, Virginia. The role supports manufacturing excellence by coordinating equipment maintenance and repair, improving equipment uptime, and helping ensure production equipment operates effectively. The technician works with manufacturing and engineering personnel, contributes to improvement initiatives, and trains and mentors less experienced technicians.

The anticipated pay range is $65,000–$75,000 per year. Pay within this range is determined by factors including experience, education, and certifications. The role requires at least five years of related maintenance experience and at least two years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. Employment eligibility verification is required at hire; visa sponsorship is not available. Employment offers are conditioned on the applicant’s ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.

Requirements

• At least five years of related experience in a maintenance role.
• At least two years of related experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.
• Must be able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in mechanical, electrical, or an apprenticeship.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in mechatronics.
• Experience in 24/7 operations manufacturing.
• Experience with vacuum casting furnaces, injection press machines, and/or Fanuc and Motoman robotic systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work orders for production equipment.
• Meet with manufacturing and engineering personnel to develop scopes of work and action plans for equipment repairs and improvements.
• Inspect machines and equipment to ensure operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Use basic hand tools and electrical diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and repair equipment deficiencies.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians on maintenance best practices for their areas and equipment.
• Develop processes and procedures to improve equipment uptime.
• Lead work efforts for specific project tasks.
• Comply with company attendance policies and guidelines, including regular attendance and occasional overtime.
• Work independently and collaboratively in team environments, including with all levels of management and engineering personnel.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance work tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, including FSA and HSA account options.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Paid holidays and vacation time, subject to applicable policies.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
• Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance coverage.
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed