Job Title: Multicraft Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role performs comprehensive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electro-mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems within a large, high-volume food manufacturing facility. The Multicraft Maintenance Technician ensures production equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably by conducting routine calibration, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs on a wide range of industrial machinery and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and work orders to determine required maintenance and service tasks.
• Perform routine calibration and preventive maintenance on a variety of electro-mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Conduct mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair on production machines and related equipment.
• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot electrical equipment including electric motors, control boxes, welders, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Maintain and troubleshoot all conveyor systems, including both electrical and mechanical components, to ensure consistent product flow.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electric, and hydraulic motors, as well as associated electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Use electrical test equipment such as multimeters to identify issues, interpret readings (including conditions such as open line/overload), and verify proper operation after repairs.
• Apply knowledge of variable frequency drives (VFDs), three-phase power, and control wiring to safely install, adjust, and troubleshoot motor control circuits.
• Follow established safety procedures and lockout/tagout practices while performing maintenance and repairs.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs performed, and parts used in accordance with facility requirements.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a multicraft or multiskilled maintenance technician with a 50/50 balance of electrical and mechanical skills.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with three-phase power systems and industrial electrical equipment.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics, including troubleshooting and repair of associated components.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on production machinery in an industrial environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and basic understanding of industrial control systems.
• Knowledge of variable frequency drives (VFDs), their primary purpose, and how to apply them in motor control applications.
• Understanding of color codes and wiring practices for AC three-phase motors, DC control circuits (including 24V DC control wiring), and grounding.
• Ability to reverse the direction of a three-phase motor safely and correctly by adjusting motor leads or connections.
• Competence using a multimeter, including interpreting readings such as “OL” and other diagnostic indicators.
• Mechanical aptitude for working with conveyors, motors, and other moving equipment in a production environment.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset with the ability to diagnose complex issues across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial or food manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with welders and related electrical equipment.
• Comfort working from detailed schematics and technical documentation.
• Ability to communicate clearly with production and maintenance teams regarding equipment status and repair needs.
• Commitment to safe work practices and adherence to facility safety policies and procedures.

Why Work Here?

Join a leading food manufacturing facility that commands a dominant share of its market and invests in long-term employee success. You will benefit from competitive wages based on experience, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, and a generous 401(k) program to support your financial future. The organization supports professional growth through tuition assistance and offers paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance in a stable, growth-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, climate-controlled food manufacturing facility designed for comfort and consistent production quality. Certain areas of the plant may be colder due t