Job Description

Senior Maintenance Technician – Structural Steel & Controls

📍 Federalsburg, MD | Full-Time | Onsite

$72,000 - $83,000

A well-established, tight-knit structural steel fabrication shop in Federalsburg, MD is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to lead equipment maintenance and controls support across their growing facility. This is an opportunity for an experienced technician with deep knowledge of industrial controls and structural steel equipment .

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving in a hands-on environment, thrives on keeping production running smoothly, and brings both technical skill and safety awareness to the table.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery with a focus on controls systems (PLCs, HMIs, sensors, automation)
• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic , and mechanical systems
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams on upgrades, retrofits, and system improvements
• Fabricate and modify steel components as needed using MIG, TIG, stick welding, and cutting tools
• Maintain detailed records of service history, inventory, and repair logs
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, plant safety, and quality standards
• Play a key role in minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment reliability

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, with a strong focus on control systems and structural steel shop environments
• Hands-on expertise with Allen-Bradley, Siemens , or other industrial PLC and HMI platforms
• Deep understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read complex technical documentation and schematics
• Self-motivated, reliable, and highly attentive to detail
• Comfortable starting early (7am) and working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Nice to Have

• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and stick welding , oxy-acetylene cutting, and other fabrication techniques
• Industry certifications (e.g., AWS, OSHA-10/30, electrical or mechanical certifications)
• Familiarity with Procore , Microsoft Office , or Airtable for maintenance tracking

Please Note: This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. We are not able to consider C2C arrangements or third-party submissions.

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