Maintenance Technician

Job Description: Maintenance Technician Date: 05/2026 Department: Maintenance Reports to: Maintenance ManagerPosition OverviewThis position will be responsible for servicing and maintaining maintenance systems throughout the facility.RESPONSIBILITESFollow all standard operating procedures for the companyCreate and maintain a safe and positive work environment while following all machine safety guidelines and policiesTake measures to ensure the equipment continues to operate safely and efficiently.Utilize operation manuals, diagrams, sketches, blueprints, and procedures to make repairs and adjustments to machines as neededFollow plant preventative maintenance procedures to ensure machines run efficiently and safelyPerform and follow plant lock out tag out procedures when working on plant systems and equipmentCollaborate with Maintenance and/or Engineering Manager to complete needed projectsComplete daily paperwork to ensure performance is tracked and recorded accuratelyUtilize engineering manuals on electrical codes and operate electrical handheld meters to troubleshoot and repair equipment.Perform variety of routine tasks including greasing wheels, plumbing, electrical, hydraulics, calibrations, electrical troubleshooting, pneumatics, and general machine adjustments.All other maintenance duties assigned as neededRequirementsPrevious boiler experience in maintaining and conducting daily operational proceduresIndustrial plumbing experience in repairs and projectsGeneral Hydraulic systems troubleshooting skillsGeneral maintenance electrical troubleshooting skills with equipment and facility wiringCertified in forklift operation or capable of becoming plant certifiedSolid reading, writing and math skills required for reading machine blueprints and service manualsTime management, delegation, and organization skills desiredMust possess solid problem-solving capabilityUnderstanding of production processes as well as preventative maintenance proceduresAbility to work within a team environment with solid communication skills in a service organizationStrong attention to detail for quality workmanshipExperience in manufacturing environment preferredCapable of following established plant safety proceduresCapable of moving and lifting 50 lbs. following safety proceduresMust be capable of climbing ladders, squatting, and working on feet for extended periods of timeAbility to work overtime as requiredTo apply for this job, fill out the form at https://www.careers.sperryrice.com/application-form/