Maintenance Tech II

Alkegen•South Hill, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Tech II role is responsible for performing a wide range of maintenance tasks on manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This includes preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems. The role also involves welding, fabrication, carpentry, and ensuring safety procedures are followed. The technician will be expected to read technical documents, use various tools and equipment, and document maintenance activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 3-5 years of industrial maintenance or millwright experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
Experience with conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, chains, sprockets, and rotating equipment.
Welding and fabrication experience.
Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Ability to read mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and blueprints.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, and maintenance equipment.
Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance tasks.

Nice To Haves

Industrial Millwright certification or equivalent experience.
Experience in fiberglass, composites, ceramics, building products, or heavy manufacturing environments.
Experience with kiln ovens, curing ovens, vacuum forming equipment, or automated production lines.
Rigging and machinery moving experience.
Forklift, aerial lift, or crane operation experience.
Basic PLC and motor control troubleshooting knowledge.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical failures on kiln ovens, batch ovens, conveyor systems, vacuum tanks, pumps, compressors, mixers, and material handling equipment.
Install, dismantle, move, align, and reassemble production machinery and equipment.
Perform shaft alignments, bearing replacements, gearbox repairs, chain and sprocket maintenance, belt tracking, and conveyor repairs.
Inspect equipment for wear, vibration, misalignment, and operational deficiencies.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce equipment downtime.
Assist with equipment upgrades, plant expansions, and continuous improvement projects.
Perform MIG, TIG, and stick welding to repair and modify production equipment.
Fabricate brackets, supports, guards, platforms, and custom machine components.
Repair structural steel, equipment frames, and production fixtures.
Operate cutting torches, plasma cutters, grinders, and fabrication equipment safely.
Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic control systems, air cylinders, valves, and compressed air systems.
Maintain hydraulic equipment including pumps, hoses, cylinders, and power units.
Service vacuum systems, vacuum pumps, tanks, and associated process equipment.
Identify leaks, pressure issues, and system performance problems.
Perform general facility maintenance and repairs.
Repair walls, doors, flooring, roofing components, and structural building elements.
Construct and modify workstations, storage areas, equipment enclosures, and production support structures.
Support facility improvement and renovation projects.
Troubleshoot basic electrical issues related to motors, switches, sensors, and production equipment.
Assist with equipment lockout/tagout procedures and maintenance activities.
Coordinate with electricians or maintenance leadership on advanced electrical repairs when required.
Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and OSHA regulations.
Complete work orders, maintenance logs, and preventive maintenance documentation.
Maintain clean and organized work areas.
Participate in safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.