Maintenance Technician

Description:

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Whitley East is a commercial modular builder working across education, healthcare, military, and multi-story projects. We’re part of a growing industry and a team that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and steady improvement.

Our culture is Built with PRIDE — Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence. That means we care about the work, respect one another, do what we say we’ll do, and hold ourselves to a high standard every day.

Position Objective:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for keeping the plant, equipment, and facility in safe, working condition. This is a hands-on role that involves daily repairs, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building issues to minimize downtime.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform daily and routine maintenance on the facility and shop areas
• Repair doors, windows, walls, flooring, and other structural components
• Fix plumbing issues including leaks, drains, and fixtures
• Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical problems such as outlets, lighting, and damaged wiring
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on HVAC equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns and costly repairs
• Identify and correct safety hazards before they cause injuries or downtime
• Paint and perform general facility upkeep as needed
• Safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other shop equipment
• Respond quickly to maintenance requests to keep production moving
• Document completed work and report larger issues that require outside support
• Other duties as assigned

This position is also expected to:

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment; manage multiple competing priorities successfully
• Maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times
• Be very detail oriented and well organized

Requirements:

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (trade school or vocational training a plus)
• Proven hands-on experience as a Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance Worker, or similar role
• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience operating forklifts and scissor lifts
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
• Able to read basic drawings, manuals, and instructions
• Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to work overtime when production demands it
• Physically able to lift heavy materials, climb ladders, and work indoors and outdoors

Job Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb and reach for extended periods; lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely move heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment
• Safe use of hand and power tools with good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, temperature variations and moving equipment