Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance TechnicianLocation: Rochester, NY 14625Duration: 12 MonthsJob Type: Temporary AssignmentWork Type: OnsitePay Range: $35 to $38Shifts:Monday To Friday - 2nd Shift from 02:30 PM To 11:00 PM - $35 per hourMonday To Friday - 3rd Shift from 10:30 PM To 07:00 AM - $38 per hourOverview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. The job opportunity below is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. The client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education.

As a global leader in serving the scientific community, the organization generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Their global team delivers innovative technologies, convenient procurement solutions, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.

Summary

We are seeking experienced Sr. Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician / Industrial Maintenance Technicians with strong electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic troubleshooting skills to support manufacturing operations in a fast-paced industrial environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment failures, and repairing industrial machinery, including blow molding, extrusion blow molding, and injection molding equipment.

This position requires hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, motor controls, PLC-controlled equipment, and mechanical components. Candidates should demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and workplace safety.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on blow molding, extrusion blow molding, injection molding machines, and associated auxiliary equipment.Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, controls, sensors, relays, and AC/DC drives.Identify and resolve mechanical failures involving hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, pumps, bearings, belts, couplings, and drive systems.Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including basic fault tracing, diagnostics, and component replacement.Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, ladder logic diagrams, and technical manuals.Diagnose and repair motor controls, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and industrial automation systems.Maintain and repair HVAC equipment and facility support systems as needed.Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and work orders accurately using SAP.Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams to improve equipment uptime, performance, and reliability.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), equipment reliability, and process stability.Follow OSHA regulations, workplace safety standards, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures. Required

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.At least 2 years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Technician preferred.At least 2 years of experience maintaining or troubleshooting molding machines preferred.Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, preferably involving 120V–480V industrial electrical systems.Experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.Hands-on knowledge of mechanical maintenance, including bearings, belts, couplings, gearboxes, pumps, and equipment alignment.Ability to read and interpre