Maintenance Technician | Open to Entry-level/Trainee

TGG Accounting • Auburn, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The company is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician or Trainee to maintain and troubleshoot industrial manufacturing equipment at its Auburn, New York facility. Entry-level candidates are welcome, and paid, hands-on training is provided alongside experienced maintenance technicians. The role is suited to someone with mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, and an interest in developing a long-term career in industrial maintenance. Manufacturing experience is helpful but not required.

The technician will work with manufacturing machinery and related auxiliary equipment, including injection molding and blow molding equipment. The position offers opportunities to build mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls skills over time. The work is performed onsite on a consistent first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with limited overtime during training and no on-call requirements.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude; entry-level candidates are welcome.
• Hands-on experience in automotive, military maintenance, HVAC, electrical, industrial maintenance, equipment repair, or similar trades is relevant, but not required for candidates with the right aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfort using hand tools and working on mechanical equipment.
• Dependability, motivation, initiative, and willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong work ethic and consistent employment history.
• Interest in building a long-term career in industrial maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• Trade school or technical training.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Basic understanding of mechanical or electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
• Learn to maintain and repair injection molding, blow molding, and related auxiliary equipment.
• Assist with equipment repairs, rebuilds, adjustments, and machine setups.
• Work alongside experienced technicians, engineers, and production teams.
• Help identify equipment issues and reduce production downtime.
• Complete maintenance documentation and work orders.
• Assist with facility-related projects, including basic electrical, piping, and equipment work.

Benefits

• Annual profit-sharing bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a 50% company match on contributions up to 6%.
• Approximately two weeks of PTO to start, negotiable based on experience.
• Flexible holiday PTO bank.
• Paid training and opportunities to develop advanced technical skills.
• Long-term advancement opportunities, including potential growth into controls and advanced maintenance roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed