Lead Maintenance Technician – Conveyor Systems (CLSC) | Columbus
$84,011–$126,006 year
On-site · Lockbourne, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Lead Maintenance Technician – Conveyor Systems responsibilities include leading day-to-day maintenance for conveyor and material handling systems, serving as the shift technical lead during breakdowns, directing troubleshooting efforts, mentoring technicians, and driving corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime. The role requires hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnosing mechanical, electrical, controls, and pneumatic failures using schematics and PLC/HMI interfaces, and coordinating with Operations to prioritize work based on safety and impact. A strong background in automated material handling systems, conveyor systems, 3-phase power, PLCs/HMIs, electrical distribution, and safety practices, along with the ability to lead technicians and communicate effectively during failures, is required.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED, technical degree or trade school certificate preferred
- 5 years of related experience in industrial maintenance, automated conveyor systems, material handling equipment, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
- Experience leading or supporting maintenance work in a 24/7 operation
- Welding and fabrication experience required
- Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals
- Working knowledge of 480V 3-phase power, motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, sensors, photo eyes, and HMIs
- Knowledge of LOTO, OSHA requirements, PM programs, and safe electrical work practices
- Ability to lift 60 pounds routinely
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and respond after hours when required to support operations
- Current driver’s license and clean driving record
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