Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician Location: Gainesville, GA Pay: $32–$40 per hour Shift: 12-Hour Continental Night Shift (48 hours Week 1 / 36 hours Week 2) Orion Group have been retained by a leading U.S. manufacturer specializing in high-performance industrial materials and advanced engineered products used across a range of critical industries. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation and operational excellence, our client is investing in the continued growth of its maintenance team and is seeking an experienced Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician to support its manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing business where you'll play a key role in maintaining highly automated production equipment while working within a safety-focused, collaborative environment. The Role: Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of industrial production equipment and facility systems. This role combines electrical and mechanical maintenance with preventative maintenance, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities: • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and HVAC systems. • Troubleshoot and repair automated manufacturing equipment to minimise downtime. • Conduct routine safety inspections and ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently. • Support the installation, commissioning, and startup of new machinery and production equipment. • Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings. • Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation. • Assist with spare parts inventory management. • Support facility maintenance including lighting, HVAC, sprinkler systems, and general building maintenance. • Safely operate forklifts, clamp trucks, man-lifts and scissor lifts as required. • Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout maintenance and production areas. • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction. • Support training and mentoring of junior maintenance personnel when required. What We're Looking For: • Degree, technical certification, or equivalent training in Industrial Maintenance, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, or a related discipline, or a minimum of 3 years' relevant industrial maintenance experience. • Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills within a manufacturing environment. • Experience working with: • PLC-controlled equipment • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) • Pneumatic and hydraulic systems • HVAC and chilled water systems • Industrial automation equipment • Ability to interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. • Proficient using electrical diagnostic equipment including multimeters, clamp meters, and other testing devices. • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a maintenance team. • Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office. What's on Offer: • Competitive hourly rate of $32–$40, depending on experience. • Comprehensive 1–3 month training programme. • Stable, long-term opportunity with a well-established manufacturing business. • 12-hour Continental Night Shift schedule providing built-in time off. • Overtime opportunities. • Relocation assistance available for the right candidate. • Career development within a growing maintenance organisation. If you're an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician looking to join a company that values technical expertise, safety, and continuous improvement, please reach out to [email protected] for a confidential chat. People are our business worldwide Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.