Equipment Maintenance Technician

Description We're looking for a hands-on Equipment Maintenance Technician to keep our highly automated, state-of-the-art glass production equipment running safely and efficiently. You'll be the person the line counts on — diagnosing issues fast, performing preventive maintenance that stops breakdowns before they start, and keeping production moving in a facility that supports the growing solar industry.

Shift: 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule — Day (6:00 AM–6:00 PM) or Night (6:00 PM–6:00 AM) Training: Paid training period, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM for approximately 4 weeks Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated production equipment: tempering furnace/laminators, automated cutting systems, automated insulating equipment, and spacer forming/assembly equipment Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production and assembly equipment to maximize uptime and equipment lifespan Respond promptly to unplanned downtime and breakdown calls during shift Diagnose faults across mechanical, pneumatic, industrial electrical, and controls systems using multimeters and diagnostic tools Ensure all work complies with OSHA and plant safety standards, including proper PPE and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures Document all work orders accurately in CMMS and maintain detailed maintenance records Initiate purchase requisitions promptly to keep critical spare parts stocked Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to improve equipment reliability Required Skills & Knowledge Hands-on equipment maintenance experience (mechanical and/or electrical) in a manufacturing environment Working knowledge of pneumatics, industrial electrical systems, controls (PLC/HMI exposure a plus), and mechanical processes Proficiency with diagnostic tools and multimeters Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Familiarity with CMMS or similar maintenance tracking systems preferred Qualifications Associate degree or vocational certificate in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related trade preferred — equivalent hands-on experience or military maintenance background welcomed Ability to work the rotating 12-hour 2-2-3 schedule, including weekends per rotation Work Environment Climate-varied manufacturing floor; standing, walking, lifting, and working around automated equipment throughout shift, with reasonable accommodations available Requirements Hands-on industrial maintenance experience (mechanical and/or electrical) in a manufacturing environment Working knowledge of pneumatics, industrial electrical systems, controls (PLC/HMI exposure a plus), and mechanical processes Proficiency with diagnostic tools and multimeters Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Familiarity with CMMS or similar maintenance tracking systems preferred Associate degree or vocational certificate in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related trade preferred — equivalent hands-on experience or military maintenance background welcomed Ability to work the rotating 12-hour 2-2-3 schedule, including weekends per rotation