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Allied Universal Solutions Maintenance Technician in Troy, Michigan
Maintenance Technician -- Industrial Coatings / Automotive
Location: Metro Detroit Area Pay: Up to $27/hour (based on experience) Shift: 1st Shift | 6:00 AM -- 7:00 AM start time Employment Type: Full-Time | Overtime Available
Urgent Opening -- Immediate Hire
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician with a strong background in industrial coatings, automotive manufacturing, or similar production environments.
This is a hands-on role supporting production equipment, coating systems, and facility operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency are critical.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on production and coating equipment
- Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
- Maintain and repair transfer systems and production lines
- Inspect, test, and diagnose equipment issues to reduce downtime
- Support continuous operation of coating systems and machinery
- Complete daily, weekly, and monthly inspections
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Communicate effectively with production and leadership teams
- Document work orders and track maintenance activity
Qualifications
- Minimum 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Electrical systems
- Hydraulics
- Pneumatics
- Mechanical repair
- Plumbing systems
- Experience in coatings, paint lines, or automotive manufacturing strongly preferred
- Experience with transfer systems highly preferred
- PLC troubleshooting experience is a plus
- Ability to troubleshoot efficiently in a high-production environment
- Forklift (Hi-Lo) experience is a plus
- Strong attendance, reliability, and work ethic
Preferred Backgrounds
Candidates with experience in the following are highly encouraged to apply:
- E-coat, powder coat, or paint line operations
- Automotive suppliers (Tier 1 or Tier 2)
- Injection molding or plastics manufacturing
- Metal finishing or coating facilities
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 50 lbs regularly (up to 70 lbs occasionally)
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting
- Ability to work around machinery, noise, and industrial conditions
Why Apply
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Stable, full-time opportunity
- Overtime available
- Opportunity to work with advanced production and coating system