Senior Maintenance Technician

Lakeside Book Company•Hagerstown, MD

About The Position

This role serves as a senior technical escalation resource and working lead for complex mechanical systems, equipment repairs, and facility infrastructure. The Senior Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in proactive equipment maintenance, supporting engineering initiatives, and driving operational reliability through automation and digital transformation.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Mechanics, Mechanical Technology, or a related field required.
Minimum 10 years of hands-on industrial mechanical experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, including proven leadership as a Lead Machinist.
Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems, automation, facility infrastructure, and PM best practices.
Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting, AutoCAD, technical prints, and PM systems.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across departments and levels.
Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with RTO operations and air emissions compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as an escalation resource for complex mechanical issues not resolved during shift by machinists or technicians.
Lead or support root cause analyses (BDA) with actionable countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
Participate in and lead Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FMEA) for critical mechanical systems and infrastructure.
Partner with Planners and Building Leads to assign, prioritize, and schedule mechanical maintenance work.
Provide oversight and hands-on leadership for facility repairs and PMs across chillers, pumps, HVAC systems, and other mechanical infrastructure.
Interpret mechanical drawings and schematics with proficient use of AutoCAD.
Collaborate with ME, EE, CI teams, contractors, and internal/external SMEs to support equipment retrofits and new installations on time and within budget.
Oversee PM and repair activities of Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs) with ME or OEM contractors, ensuring air emission compliance and destruction efficiency targets are met.
Establish and maintain relationships with equipment manufacturer SMEs to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, reduce downtime, and enhance throughput.
Work with facility management and senior engineering to develop and execute strategies to manage obsolescence of mechanical systems and components.
Support Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation efforts by identifying mechanical improvement opportunities and aligning necessary resources.
Serve as SME in automation, providing direct technical support in collaboration with stakeholders across all Lakeside sites and external suppliers.
Available for emergency call-outs, overtime shifts, and limited travel as needed.