Industrial Maintenance Technician

The Pond Guy Inc.•Armada, MI

About The Position

The Industrial Maintenance Technician provides hands-on maintenance and technical support for equipment and processes across Operations, including Production and Distribution. The role troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, and maintains equipment to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The technician independently addresses equipment issues, plans and completes preventive maintenance, coordinates repairs, and works with outside service providers when specialized expertise is needed. Priorities are determined by safety, equipment needs, and operational impact across multiple facilities. The ideal candidate is mechanically skilled, self-directed, able to manage competing priorities, and communicates effectively. The position is full-time and hourly, with an eight-hour shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening, Friday, or weekend work may be required for maintenance projects outside normal business hours. Training is provided to become proficient in the role.

Requirements

10 or more years of hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial, manufacturing, or production equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to independently diagnose equipment problems, identify root causes, and perform repairs with minimal supervision.
Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, along with basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
Experience planning and performing preventive maintenance, identifying potential equipment failures, and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime.
Ability to independently plan, prioritize, and coordinate preventive maintenance and unexpected repairs, managing timelines and equipment availability across multiple operational areas.
Resourcefulness, self-motivation, and ability to assess equipment issues independently, develop practical solutions, and take initiative.
Experience working with equipment manufacturers, vendors, or outside service providers to troubleshoot issues, coordinate repairs, and ensure work is completed.
Ability to read equipment manuals and technical drawings, use maintenance and diagnostic tools, maintain accurate service records, and follow safe maintenance practices.
Ability to quickly learn unfamiliar equipment, understand technical procedures, and apply new knowledge to troubleshooting and repairs.
Ability to swim.
Ability to type, sit at a desk, and look at a computer screen for extended periods; perform repetitive motions; demonstrate manual dexterity with small components; frequently bend, stoop, and stand for long durations; lift, lower, and carry packages typically weighing 25–50 pounds; and handle packages up to 150 pounds with assistance.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain, for portions of the job.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; the position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Candidates receiving a job offer must successfully pass a drug/toxins test and background check.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues on Production and Distribution Center equipment.
Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and complete preventive maintenance and unexpected equipment repairs while working with Production and Distribution teams to manage timelines and equipment availability and minimize downtime.
Take ownership of equipment repairs from initial diagnosis through completion and test equipment to ensure proper operation before returning it to service.
Maintain, repair, and adjust Production and Distribution equipment, including mechanical presses, filling and packaging machinery, conveyors, motors, drives, belts, chains, and bearings.
Assist with equipment installation, relocation, setup, adjustments, and modifications.
Coordinate outside equipment repairs and service visits with manufacturers and service providers, including troubleshooting, scheduling, obtaining replacement parts, and ensuring work is completed properly.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, identify and monitor critical spare parts and supplies, and communicate repair status, anticipated timelines, and equipment availability to Operations leadership.
Follow equipment safety procedures and safe maintenance practices and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.