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Maintenance Technician | Battle Creek, MI

Salary Range: $50,000 - $82,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Battle Creek seeking Maintenance Technicians.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Battle Creek region seeking Maintenance Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Execute repairs and replacements of faulty components and machinery parts.
• Install, calibrate, and test new production equipment and modify existing setups.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong understanding and hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair complex manufacturing equipment, including PLC-controlled machinery.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety protocols and practices in an industrial setting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and industrial controls.
• Proficiency in welding, fabrication, or machining skills.
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience maintaining robotics or automated manufacturing equipment.
• HVAC maintenance and repair experience.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Mechanic, Facilities Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician, Building Maintenance Technician, Equipment Maintenance Technician, Multi-Craft Technician, HVAC Technician

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

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