Senior Maintenance Technician

Sr. Maintenance Technician
Location: Wilmington, MA
Salary Range: $83,900 – $104,900

Join one of the fastest-growing companies and become the technical leader responsible for keeping cutting-edge 3D printing manufacturing systems operating at peak performance.

If you’re looking to work with advanced manufacturing technologies while making a meaningful impact in a rapidly growing organization, we’d love to meet you.

Position Summary
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Sr. Maintenance Technician to serve as the senior technical resource on their maintenance team. In this role, you will lead complex troubleshooting and repair efforts, drive equipment reliability improvements, oversee key maintenance programs, and mentor junior technicians.
This position plays a critical role in supporting production operations by ensuring the reliability, compliance, and performance of manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and infrastructure. You’ll work with advanced manufacturing technologies while helping shape the future of maintenance excellence within our organization.

What You’ll Do
Technical Leadership & Equipment Reliability

• Lead diagnosis and repair of complex furnace systems, electrical systems, thermocouples, atmosphere controls, and high-temperature equipment
• Serve as the primary technical resource for compressed air infrastructure, predictive maintenance, system efficiency, and major overhauls
• Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting on PLCs, VFDs, control systems, and 3-phase electrical systems up to 480V
• Act as the first responder for critical equipment issues and determine appropriate repair strategies
• Participate in new equipment installations, commissioning activities, and facility infrastructure upgrades

Maintenance Program Ownership

• Assist in managing the facility calibration program, including schedules, audits, traceability, and documentation
• Maintain hazardous waste compliance programs in accordance with MassDEP and RCRA regulations
• Review, improve, and validate preventive maintenance procedures and CMMS documentation
• Support root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring failures
• Ensure maintenance records remain accurate, complete, and audit-ready

Team Development & Collaboration

• Mentor and train Maintenance Technician I and II team members
• Serve as a Qualified Trainer and maintain training records
• Partner closely with Production, Engineering, and Operations teams to resolve equipment-related issues
• Help enforce SOP compliance and maintenance best practices across all shifts
• Coordinate effectively with outside vendors and contractors as needed

Qualifications
Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5-8+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or precision production environment
• Demonstrated progression in maintenance responsibilities, including ownership of systems or programs
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude
• Experience working with CMMS platforms and preventive maintenance systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals

Preferred

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or related field
• State-accredited journeyman program, technical school certification, or equivalent formal training
• Licensed Electrician or equivalent electrical certification
• PLC programming or advanced controls troubleshooting experience
• Experience in medical device, aerospace, GMP, ISO, or other regulated manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of hazardous waste regulations and compliance programs
• Exposure to additive manufacturing or advanced production technologies
• Forklift, crane, or aerial lift certifications

Technical Expertise
Ideal candidates will possess experience with:

• Industrial furnace systems and thermocouple calibration
• Compressed air systems and infrastructure
• PLCs, VFDs, and industrial control systems
• Calibration programs and NIST traceability
• Preventive maintenance program development
• CMMS reporting, work order management, and asset tracking
• Continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical work throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
• Comfortable working in manufacturing environments with heat, noise, vibration, and airborne particulates
• Ability to safely work with appropriate PPE, training, and certifications

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fringe Benefits
• Complimentary workplace snacks, coffee, and refreshments
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding technology company

Ready to Build the Future?
If you’re a highly skilled maintenance professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and wants to support innovative manufacturing technology, apply today and help power the future of 3D printing

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.