Maintenance Technician
VRC-Engineered Solutions
Coeur d Alene, ID
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Operations
Reports to: Plant Manager / Director of Operations
Last Revision: February 23, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Wage: $25–$30/hour DOE
JOB SUMMARY:
Are you the kind of person who can’t walk past a machine without wanting to know how it works? Do you get a thrill from solving problems, keeping things running smoothly, and being the hero who saves the day when equipment misbehaves? If so… we’d love to meet you!
As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll be part of the crew that keeps our manufacturing world spinning. Your mission (and yes, you’ll want to accept it): keep our equipment running like a champ, minimize downtime, and ensure our facility stays in peak working condition.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Jump into action with emergency repairs and troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
- Keep machinery, equipment, and building systems in tip-top shape so production never skips a beat.
- Rock your preventive maintenance routines—stopping problems before they start.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area (we like shiny floors and tidy toolboxes!).
- Read and interpret manuals, work orders, blueprints, and schematics like the technical wizard you are.
- Install, move, and calibrate machines (think of it as high-tech Tetris).
- Escort and oversee visiting service providers—no red carpet, but close.
- Assist with building repairs, improvements, and those “hey, can you fix this?” moments.
- Follow all safety rules, quality standards, and operational procedures.
- Reduce waste, improve efficiency, and keep things humming.
- Operate overhead hoists and forklifts (must be certified!).
- Bring a self-starter, can-do attitude that lifts the whole team.
- Ensure all machinery, equipment, tooling, building structures, and facilities are always maintained and functioning properly.
EDUCATION / JOB SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3–5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong troubleshooting and repair skills, including hydraulic/electric presses; injection molding experience is a plus.
- Electrical certification, formal training, or journeyman’s license earns bonus points!
- Solid communication skills—written and verbal.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Basic math skills (yes, fractions included!).
- Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities—you know when to power through and when to ask for help.
- Comfortable using computers (Microsoft Office, ERP software, etc.).
- Ability to become forklift- and crane-certified.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
You’ll regularly be:
- Using tools, equipment, and your hands to get the job done
- Sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and reaching
- Lifting up to 50 pounds
- Occasionally climbing ladders
- Using fine hand dexterity and a range of vision abilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- You’ll work on an active manufacturing floor—sometimes warm, always busy.
- Noise levels vary but are generally moderate.
- PPE is required in designated areas: safety glasses and hearing protection.
- Safety is our priority, and we provide the gear you need.
BENEFITS
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance.
- FSA options for Health & Dependent Care.
- Company‑sponsored life insurance and short‑/long‑term disability.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- 11 paid holidays and 80 hours of PTO.
- Employee referral program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Tuition assistance.