Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Acoustical Sheetmetal Company•Virginia Beach, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to support our metal fabrication and manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of production machinery, welding equipment, and facility systems. The technician performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and continuous improvement activities to maximize equipment uptime, safety, and production efficiency.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
2+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or metal fabrication maintenance environments.
Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Strong working knowledge of metal fabrication equipment and industrial welding machines.
Strong working knowledge of facility electrical and HVAC fundamentals.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery effectively and safely.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow maintenance schedules.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Effective communication skills for collaboration with production, supervisors, and vendors.
Physically able to stand, walk, climb, lift, and perform repetitive tasks as required.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification, apprenticeship, or associate degree in maintenance, electrical, or mechanical fields preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on fabrication and manufacturing equipment, including press brakes, power shears, plasma cutting tables, and waterjet cutting systems.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems associated with production machinery.
Assist with equipment setup, alignment, calibration, and modification to meet production and quality requirements.
Work closely with production personnel to diagnose equipment issues and minimize downtime.
Maintain and repair industrial welding equipment, including ESAB and Miller welding machines.
Inspect welding power supplies, torches, wire feeders, gas delivery systems, and related components.
Ensure welding equipment operates safely, efficiently, and within manufacturer specifications.
Maintain and repair facility equipment and infrastructure, including air compressors and compressed air distribution systems, compactors and material handling support equipment, facility electrical systems, and HVAC systems.
Perform general building maintenance such as doors, roll-up doors, guards, supports, and safety devices.
Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) programs to extend equipment life and reduce unplanned failures.
Use schematics, manuals, drawings, and diagnostic tools to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, PM logs, and compliance documentation (manual or CMMS “Asset Essentials”).
Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and PPE requirements.
Identify potential safety hazards and report or correct them proactively.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency.