Maintenance Technician (Level IV+)

Sabert Corporation•Richmond, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations at our Richmond, VA facility. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of industrial equipment, machinery, and building systems to minimize downtime and ensure production goals are met. The Maintenance Technician works closely with operations, engineering, and safety teams to identify equipment issues, implement solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives while following all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
Ability to diagnose and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
Ability to read and understand technical documentation, including blueprints, equipment drawings, manuals, and training materials.
Proven ability to use basic and industry-specific tools
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills required.
Experience reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and OEM technical documentation.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Reliable attendance and flexibility for weekend or emergency overtime coverage.
Candidates will be required to complete a written skills assessment as part of the interview process.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or trade school preferred.
Electrical certification preferred.
Prior experience using shop equipment such as welders, mills, and lathes is preferred but not required.
Prior experience safely diagnosing electrical and control systems is preferred but not required; systems may include relays, timers, three-phase motors, and AC drives.
Prior use of SAP or similar computerized maintenance systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery, facility systems, and plant utilities using SAP-generated work orders.
Conduct daily inspections of assigned equipment to identify issues that may impact safety, quality, or efficiency.
Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, including PLCs, relays, motors, and AC/DC circuits.
Support continuous improvement by identifying root causes of recurring issues and recommending long-term solutions.
Train operators and other team members on basic maintenance checks and proper equipment care.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, including time worked, parts used, and job completion notes in SAP.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager and outside vendors on major repairs, upgrades, and equipment installations.
Submit requisitions for replacement parts and recommend critical spares to minimize downtime.
Adhere to all company safety programs, including Lockout Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash, GMP standards, and OSHA regulations.
Participate in improvement efforts tied to Sabert’s sustainability, energy reduction, and reliability goals.