Maintenance Technician
Job Description
Job Description
Maintenance Technician – PLC/Industrial Maintenance
Pay: $38.50
Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM, 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Type: Direct Hire
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining automated production equipment to ensure maximum uptime and operational efficiency. Technicians will work with PLCs, electrical systems, mechanical equipment, conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automation controls.
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment and production lines
- Diagnose PLC-controlled systems and automation issues
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance
- Repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize downtime
- Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies
Requirements
- Experience as a Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician, or Maintenance Mechanic
- Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred)
- Experience with electrical systems, motors, sensors, VFDs, and controls
- Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics
- Experience in manufacturing, food production, packaging, or automated environments preferred
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule
Preferred Qualifications
- PLC programming experience
- Industrial electrical certification or related technical training
- Experience in high-speed automated manufacturing environments
Benefits
- Direct hire opportunity
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Work in a brand-new facility with modern equipment
- Career growth opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package
Company DescriptionBalance Staffing is a full-service staffing agency that aims to unite talented and hardworking people with excellent workplaces, while building lasting relationships with our employees and our clients. To us, job seekers are more than a resume; they are unique individuals working to achieve their career dreams and companies aren’t clients, but partners striving for business success. Our goal is connecting top talent with exceptional employers. Since 1997, that’s been our guiding purpose, inspiring us to always be at our best, so we can be there for you.
Company Description
Balance Staffing is a full-service staffing agency that aims to unite talented and hardworking people with excellent workplaces, while building lasting relationships with our employees and our clients. To us, job seekers are more than a resume; they are unique individuals working to achieve their career dreams and companies aren’t clients, but partners striving for business success. Our goal is connecting top talent with exceptional employers. Since 1997, that’s been our guiding purpose, inspiring us to always be at our best, so we can be there for you.