Machine Shop General Maintenance Technician

Job Description:

About Proto Technologies:

Proto Technologies is a precision manufacturer serving the aerospace and defense industries. As an AS9100-certified facility, we deliver mission-critical components with a focus on quality, efficiency, and innovation. We are seeking a hands-on General Maintenance Technician to keep our facility and equipment running smoothly in support of our machining operations.

Job Summary:

The Machine Shop General Maintenance Technician is responsible for the chip disposal, upkeep, repair, and preventative maintenance of machinery, equipment, and facilities in a machine shop environment. This role involves troubleshooting mechanical issues, ensuring operational efficiency, and supporting production to minimize downtime and emergencies.

Responsibilities:

- Chip disposal and recycling.

- Perform routine preventative maintenance on machine shop equipment, including lathes, mills, CNC machines, grinders, drills, and other tools to ensure smooth operations and longevity.

- Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; troubleshoot breakdowns using schematics, blueprints, and diagnostic tools.

- Lubricate machinery; clean components, replace worn parts (e.g., belts, bearings, filters), and calibrate equipment for optimal performance.

- Document maintenance activities, work orders, and inspections in logs or CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) software; report major issues to supervisors.

- Follow safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE usage, and compliance with OSHA regulations; identify and mitigate hazards in the shop environment.

- Collaborate with production staff to minimize disruptions, coordinate with vendors for parts procurement, and assist in machine installations or setups.

- Operate hand and power tools, precision measurement devices, and testing equipment; perform minor electronic repairs on controls and sensors.

- Maintain clean, organized workspace and inventory of supplies; may include groundskeeping or minor building repairs around the shop.

Qualifications

Required:

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Minimum 1-3 years of general maintenance or mechanical repair experience

- Familiarity with CNC systems, hydraulics, pneumatics and basic electronics

- Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.

- Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, and basic electrical equipment.

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks safely.

Preferred:

- Experience working in a CNC machine shop environment.

- Familiarity with Haas or other CNC machine tools.

- Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs.

- Basic understanding of OSHA safety requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person