Industrial Maintenance Technician II /III
About The Position
BRT Extrusions is hiring Industrial Maintenance Technicians II/III for its Niles, Ohio maintenance team. The role maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and improves industrial manufacturing equipment, with a strong emphasis on large hydraulic extrusion presses. Technicians diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic failures; perform advanced repairs, rebuilds, component replacements, and preventive maintenance; and help improve production reliability, safety, and efficiency. The position is full-time, hourly, and offers $28.00–$38.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications. Available schedules are day shift, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, or night shift, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, on a 12-hour continental rotation. The role works collaboratively with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance, follows company safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and PPE requirements, and supports equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and reliability initiatives.
Requirements
- Previous industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine appropriate repair solutions.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and hydraulic prints.
- Working knowledge of industrial hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Experience performing equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, and mechanical component replacements.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize maintenance needs, and respond to equipment breakdowns.
- Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with established procedures, including LOTO.
Nice To Haves
- Experience maintaining large industrial hydraulic systems or aluminum extrusion presses.
- Knowledge of hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, proportional valves, and hydraulic circuit troubleshooting.
- Experience with industrial electrical and electronic systems.
- Familiarity with PLC diagnostics and industrial automation.
- Welding and fabrication experience (MIG, TIG, or Stick).
- Experience with equipment rebuilds, mechanical alignments, and machine modifications.
- Ability to interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics to troubleshoot complex equipment issues.
- Technical certifications or formal industrial maintenance training.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced repairs, equipment rebuilds, component replacements, and preventive maintenance on industrial machinery, especially large hydraulic extrusion presses.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot complex failures involving mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic systems.
- Troubleshoot hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, proportional valves, and hydraulic circuits.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic prints, mechanical drawings, and equipment documentation to identify and resolve problems.
- Use PLC diagnostics and other troubleshooting tools to identify equipment faults and minimize production downtime.
- Identify recurring equipment failures and implement long-term repair solutions.
- Recommend and implement equipment modifications through established change-control procedures to improve reliability, safety, and operating performance.
- Perform equipment alignments, mechanical repairs, welding, fabrication, and structural repairs as needed.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, maintenance practices, and production efficiency.
- Collaborate with Production and Engineering to resolve equipment-related challenges and minimize interruptions to operations.
- Support preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability initiatives.
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
- Follow company safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and proper PPE requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Communicate equipment conditions, repairs, and potential concerns to supervisors and maintenance team members.
- Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance to support daily manufacturing operations.
Benefits
- Paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) participation with company match after 90 days.
- Paid vacation upon eligibility.
- Hands-on training and technical development.
- Additional wage increases for completing qualifying cross-training programs.
- Annual merit increase opportunities.
- Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
