Industrial Maintenance Technician

BYLD Inc•Locust Grove, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Maintenance Technician (IMT) is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing production equipment, tooling, and facility systems to ensure maximum uptime and operational efficiency. This role requires a highly mechanical individual with strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical/control systems. The IMT will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose complex issues, and execute repairs to minimize unplanned downtime and support continuous production.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required, technical or trade school certification in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or related field preferred
2+ years of experience in industrial equipment maintenance within a manufacturing or production environment
Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in: Hydraulics (valves, pumps, cylinders, troubleshooting leaks and pressure issues) Pneumatics (air systems, regulators, actuators, diagnostics) Electrical systems (motors, sensors, wiring, basic controls)
Experience with PLC-controlled equipment and ability to perform basic diagnostics is highly desirable
Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics
Technical proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems with a solid understanding of industrial software systems and basic programming concepts (e.g., PLC logic or similar)
Willingness and ability to develop, implement, and maintain maintenance schedules, procedures, and technical documentation
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
Self-driven, hands-on individual with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on production equipment in a timely manner while maintaining accurate and detailed maintenance records
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems using a structured and methodical approach
Repair or replace defective components and proactively recommend improvements to increase reliability and performance
Utilize a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic/testing equipment
Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and control diagrams
Support installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and production lines
Work with PLC-controlled systems and assist in basic troubleshooting of control-related issues
Collaborate with vendors and external service providers on complex electrical, hydraulic, and automation-related repairs
Assist in developing and implementing maintenance procedures, training programs, and standard work instructions
Maintain and manage spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are readily available
Prepare labor estimates, support RFQs, and contribute to maintenance budgeting efforts
Ensure compliance with all company safety policies as well as state and federal regulations
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement through clear and constructive communication