Maintenance Technician

We have a current opportunity for a Maintenance Technician on a permanent basis.

The position will be based in the North West of Washington State, with a leading renewables manufacturing company.

Job Title: Maintenance Technician II

Pay: $28–$38/hour

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician II performs preventative maintenance, addresses equipment downtime, and supports maintenance and engineering projects.

This role requires 4–5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, or 2 years with a recognized trade certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on facility and production equipment using CMMS.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Support equipment setup, relocation, and modification for production needs.
• Complete minor electrical or mechanical projects under supervisor direction.
• Follow safety protocols, including Lock Out/Tag Out, and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Test and inspect low-voltage electrical equipment for faults.
• Maintain accurate records in CMMS and follow work orders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in maintenance procedures.
• If certified, perform wiring, panel building, and electrical installations per code.
• Lift up to 50 lbs; work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

Skills

• Proficient in reading wiring, pneumatic, hydraulic, and ladder logic schematics.
• Familiar with PLCs (e.g., Siemens Step 7, Beckhoff TwinCat), robots, AC/DC drives, and motion control.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of 1- and 3-phase systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CMMS usage.

Traits

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Detail-oriented and capable of multitasking.

Education & Experience

• 4–5 years of maintenance experience or 2 years with one of:
• 309A Electrician
• 433A Industrial Mechanic

Preferred: CMMS experience, forklift/scissor lift certification, and working knowledge of electrical or hydraulic systems.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, holidays)
• 401(k) with match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recognition programs
• Employee solar panel purchase program

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion

As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.