Maintenance Technician - Electrical & Mechanical at GPAC

Maintenance Technician - Electrical & Mechanical Systems

Position Summary The Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting manufacturing and maintenance teams by troubleshooting and repairing electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. This role involves maintaining PLCs, HMIs, and PC-based control systems while ensuring minimal downtime and optimal equipment performance. The ideal candidate will work independently with oversight from the Maintenance Manager, contributing to preventive maintenance, minor design/build projects, and backup leadership responsibilities as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all company safety policies, local/national codes, and standards, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Troubleshooting & Repairs: Identify and resolve issues with production equipment and building systems, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and material handling systems.
• Control Systems Support: Maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and PC-based electrical systems; coordinate vendor support when required.
• Preventive Maintenance: Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure reliability of equipment and systems.
• Technical Fabrication: Perform basic welding, cutting, and assembly to repair or fabricate parts as necessary.
• System Design & Updates: Modify machine control circuits, perform root cause analysis for failures, and update documentation to reflect changes.
• Inventory & Documentation: Utilize CMMS software to log work, track parts usage, and manage work orders; prepare purchase requisitions for materials.
• Leadership Support: Serve as backup for the Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Lead during absences.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in 5S initiatives, daily shift meetings, and ongoing training to enhance skills and processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Proficiency with PLC programming and troubleshooting tools (Studio 5000, Factory Talk, Drive Tools SP, CCW).
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA, EPA standards, and NFPA 70B/70E.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Excellent time management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field; or a state-approved apprenticeship program.
• Minimum of 10 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Certifications in Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and AC/DC drive systems preferred.
• Experience with plastics compounding technology, single screw extrusion, and loss-of-weight feeders is a plus.
• Welding skills (MIG, TIG, stick) are highly desirable.

Work Environment & Additional Requirements

• Must supply personal tools and storage.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Capable of working under pressure while managing multiple priorities.

This role is ideal for a self-driven, detail-oriented professional eager to take ownership of maintenance responsibilities while contributing to a culture of quality and safety.

Please submit a resume for consideration. Only the most qualified applicants who provide a resume will be contacted. If you would like to learn more about Manufacturing opportunities, contact Tyler Broekhuis with gpac. Resumes can be confidentially sent to

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.