Job Description

Maintenance Technician – Battle Creek, MI (Night Shift)

Location: Battle Creek, MI
Shift: Night shift, 5pm–5am (2-2-3 schedule)
Training: Must train on 1st shift, Monday–Friday, 7am–3pm
Pay: $30–$40/hour

 What’s in It for You?

• Competitive hourly pay: $30–$40/hr

• Consistent 2-2-3 night shift schedule

• Hands-on work with advanced automation and high-speed production systems

• Opportunities to work independently and grow technical expertise

• Exposure to industrial systems such as boilers and ammonia refrigeration

• Overtime opportunities to support production

• A team-oriented environment committed to safety and continuous improvement

 Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance including valve, bearing, chain, motor, and gearbox replacements, and lubrication system upkeep.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics to install, troubleshoot, and repair equipment up to 480V, 3-Phase.

• Troubleshoot and rewire high-speed production equipment including AC/DC motors, VFDs, PLCs, PLC I/O modules, and servo motors.

• Maintain and repair automation and electrical control systems such as safety circuits, proximity sensors, photo eyes, and limit switches.

• Work independently or as part of a team to diagnose and resolve equipment issues in a high-production environment.

• Perform preventative maintenance and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

• Follow safety procedures including lockout/tagout and high-voltage protocols.

• Work off-shifts or overtime as needed.

• Operate safely in varying temperatures, humidity levels, and environmental conditions.

• Experience with boiler systems and ammonia refrigeration preferred.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Extensive experience in industrial maintenance or a related trade.

• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, belt systems, motors, pumps, and related mechanical components.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.

• Demonstrated skill with safe use of hand and power tools.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to collaborate across teams.

• Familiarity with safety standards such as lockout/tagout and high-voltage safety.

• Experience in the food manufacturing industry is a plus.
  
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