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Maintenance Technician

nVent

Millington, MDJob$23.9–44.4/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$23.9–44.4/hr
Location
Millington, MD
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

nVent is hiring a Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician at nVent’s Millington, MD facility will maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve manufacturing equipment and facility systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key focus areas include Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems, Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, and Install, maintain, and modify machinery, production equipment, piping systems, and electrical infrastructure.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, 1-2 Years Facility, Maintenance, Or Industrial Experience Or Equivalent, and Ability To Work In A Physical Environment. Important skills include Strong Attention To Detail, Commitment To Safety Policies, Basic Mechanical Aptitude, Use Hand Tools, Perform Minor Repairs, and Identify Equipment Issues. Preferred (not required): Mechanical Aptitude, Issue Identification, Clear Communication, and Attention To Detail.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical AptitudeIssue IdentificationClear CommunicationAttention to DetailSafety CommitmentDependabilityPhysical StaminaEquipment Issue IdentificationStrong Attention to DetailCommitment to Safety PoliciesBasic Mechanical AptitudeUse Hand ToolsPerform Minor RepairsIdentify Equipment IssuesCommunicate ClearlyComplete Work AccuratelyComplete Work on TimeFollow Safety Policies and ProceduresConsistent AttendanceClear Communication With SupervisorsForkliftsWelding EquipmentCNC MachinesMechanical SystemsElectrical SystemsHydraulic SystemsPneumatic SystemsTroubleshootingDiagnostic SkillsProblem SolvingReading Blueprints and SchematicsHand ToolsPower ToolsMachine ToolsPrecision Measuring EquipmentOrganizational SkillsAccurate Documentation PracticesIndependent WorkMulti‑Tasking in Fast‑Paced EnvironmentFabrication and Welding ExperienceMachining Experience

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDTechnical Training or Trade School CertificationFive Years Industrial Maintenance ExperienceTen Years Industrial Maintenance ExperienceAbility to Work OvertimeMust Be Able to Lift 50 Lbs Occasionally 30 Lbs Frequently 10 Lbs ContinuouslyMust Wear Required Personal Protective Equipment

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

As a Maintenance Technician at our Millington, M.D facility, you will be responsible for maintaining,

troubleshooting, repairing, and improving manufacturing equipment and facility systems to support safe,

efficient, and reliable operations. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime, supporting

continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring production equipment performs at optimal levels.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

  • Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on manufacturing

equipment and facility systems.

  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.

  • Install, maintain, and modify machinery, production equipment, piping systems, and electrical

infrastructure.

  • Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and maintenance emergencies to minimize

production interruptions.

  • Support equipment upgrades, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, maintenance manuals, and technical

documentation.

  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history.

  • Perform routine facility maintenance, including repairs to HVAC systems, air compressors,

lighting, fans, and building infrastructure.

  • Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Safety, and other cross-functional teams to

improve equipment reliability and operational performance.

  • Move, position, and install manufacturing equipment as needed.

  • Follow established maintenance procedures and safety practices while identifying root causes

and corrective actions.

YOU HAVE:

  • High school diploma or GED required; technical training, trade school certification, or related

education preferred.

  • Minimum of five (5) years of industrial maintenance experience; ten (10) years preferred.

  • Experience maintaining and repairing manufacturing equipment in a production environment.

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

  • Proven troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and engineering drawings

  • Experience using hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and precision measuring equipment.

  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accurate documentation practices.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing

environment. Fabrication, welding, and machining experience preferred.

  • Ability to work overtime, including short-notice overtime, as business needs require.

  • Team members must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, frequently use hands and

tools, bend, kneel, reach, balance, and occasionally climb as needed to perform maintenance

activities.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally, 30 lbs. frequently, and 10 lbs. continuously.

  • Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, noise,

varying temperatures, and conditions that may not be climate-controlled.

  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safely perform essential job

functions.

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions of the position.

WE HAVE:

  • A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com .

  • Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

  • Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

  • Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency

nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range:

$23.90 - $44.40 Per Hour

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

  • A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.

  • Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.

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