Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Location:

Onsite - Columbus, OH 43224

Pay:

$25\.00 - $35\.00 per hour

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Connect Housing Blocks is building the future of modular construction in Columbus.

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At Connect Housing Blocks, we are redefining how housing is bui

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Our modular construction process combines the craftsmanship of traditional trades with the efficiency of modern production — allowing us to deliver beautiful, high-quality housing faster and smarter. Our team works in a state-of-the-art production facility where innovative processes and hands-on work come together to transform the future of building. If you’re excited by the opportunity to help shape a growing workforce and play a key role in building something meaningful, we’d love to meet you.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician to support a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of production equipment, automation systems, and facility infrastructure.

This position is ideal for a well-rounded technician with mechanical, electrical, and automation experience, and a background in automotive repair or heavy equipment maintenance preferred not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime
• Respond to equipment failures with urgency to support production
• Maintain and repair automated systems, robotics, and CNC equipment
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Document work orders and maintenance activity in CMMS
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Ensure compliance with safety standards including LOTO procedures

Equipment \& Systems You’ll Support

• CNC Routers and CNC Granite Equipment
• KUKA / BACA Robotic Systems
• FrameCAD Roll Forming Systems
• Omnimove Transport Systems
• Forklifts and material handling equipment
• Dust collection and vacuum systems
• Semi-trucks and pickup trucks (fleet maintenance)
• General facility systems and infrastructure

Required Technical Skill Set

• Bearings, belts, pulleys, gearboxes, shafts
• Mechanical Systems
• Pumps, seals, and valves
• Basic fabrication and metalwork

Electrical \& Controls

• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics
• AC/DC circuits, motor controls, relays, and contactors
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), sensors, and control systems
• Strong understanding of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures

Hydraulics \& Pneumatics

• Troubleshoot fluid power systems
• Maintain cylinders, hoses, valves, and compressors

Preventive Maintenance

• Lubrication, inspections, and equipment checks
• Experience using CMMS systems

Welding \& Fabrication (Preferred)

• MIG, TIG, or Stick welding
• Safe cutting methods (plasma, oxy-acetylene, saws)

Automation \& PLC

• Troubleshoot sensors and I/O systems
• Basic PLC diagnostics (no programming required)
• Automation system repair experience highly preferred

Automotive \& Fleet Maintenance

• Diagnose and repair light/heavy-duty trucks
• Brake systems, engines, and transmissions
• Preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles

Machining (Preferred)

• Lathe and mill experience
• CNC machining exposure

What We’re Looking For

• Strong troubleshooting mindset with root cause analysis skills
• Hands-on experience in automation systems repair
• Background in automotive, heavy equipment, or industrial maintenance
• Welding experience preferred
• PLC and controls experience strongly preferred
• Self-driven, dependable, and able to work independently or on a team
• Flexible with schedule as production demands change

Education \& Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical degree or trade certification preferred
• 3\+ years of industrial maintenance, automotive, or related experience

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing facility
• Exposure to moving machinery, noise, and varying temperatures
• Physically active role (standing, walking, lifting, climbing as needed)

Apply Today

If you’re a versatile maintenance technician who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and enjoys working on everything from robotics to fleet vehicles—apply today and help us keep our operation running at full strength.