Industrial Electro Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location: Gainesville, GA
Pay: $32–$40 per hour
Shift: 12-Hour Continental Night Shift (48 hours Week 1 / 36 hours Week 2)

Orion Group have been retained by a leading U.S. manufacturer specializing in high-performance industrial materials and advanced engineered products used across a range of critical industries. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation and operational excellence, our client is investing in the continued growth of its maintenance team and is seeking an experienced Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician to support its manufacturing operation.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing business where you'll play a key role in maintaining highly automated production equipment while working within a safety-focused, collaborative environment.

The Role:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of industrial production equipment and facility systems. This role combines electrical and mechanical maintenance with preventative maintenance, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair automated manufacturing equipment to minimise downtime.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
• Support the installation, commissioning, and startup of new machinery and production equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Assist with spare parts inventory management.
• Support facility maintenance including lighting, HVAC, sprinkler systems, and general building maintenance.
• Safely operate forklifts, clamp trucks, man-lifts and scissor lifts as required.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout maintenance and production areas.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Support training and mentoring of junior maintenance personnel when required.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree, technical certification, or equivalent training in Industrial Maintenance, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, or a related discipline, or a minimum of 3 years' relevant industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with:
  • PLC-controlled equipment
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  • Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
  • HVAC and chilled water systems
  • Industrial automation equipment
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Proficient using electrical diagnostic equipment including multimeters, clamp meters, and other testing devices.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a maintenance team.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of $32–$40, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive 1–3 month training programme.
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a well-established manufacturing business.
• 12-hour Continental Night Shift schedule providing built-in time off.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.
• Career development within a growing maintenance organisation.

If you're an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician looking to join a company that values technical expertise, safety, and continuous improvement, please reach out to Ross.Draper@Orioneng.com for a confidential chat. 


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