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Dixon Valve

Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technician

Dixon Valve, Chestertown, Maryland, United States, 21620

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Location: Chestertown, MD

Shift Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Pay Range: $25-$30 per hour

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The Dixon Group is looking for a

Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technician

to join our team in

Chestertown, MD ! This role is responsible for the overall functionality and reliability of complex manufacturing machinery and facility systems. The Technician will execute comprehensive preventive maintenance (PM) programs, perform troubleshooting, and conduct repairs on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment to ensure maximum uptime, optimal operational efficiency, and adherence to safety standards.

About Us:

The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

Maintains operational ability of equipment through routine maintenance checklists and activities.

Maintains industrial machinery and equipment using hoists, lift trucks, hand and power tools.

Moves, assembles, installs or dismantles machinery.

Interprets schematic diagrams, blueprints, and sketches.

Analyzes plans for new equipment and maps out space to unpack and assemble new equipment.

Troubleshoots problems and repairs or replaces worn or broken parts as necessary.

May use equipment like forklifts, aerial lifters, and cranes to move heavy or unwieldy machinery.

May perform welding, fabrication, or calibration as needed.

May perform recycling duties in accordance with established processes.

Follows all work site safety requirements and regulations.

What We're Looking For

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or related coursework preferred.

2-5 years of CNC Operation, Manufacturing or Industrial Maintenance is required.

Deep understanding of machinery, including gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, motors, pneumatics, and hydraulics. This involves knowing how to service, align, and repair these components.

Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, wiring diagrams, AC/DC circuits, sensors, and basic Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).

Proficiency in interpreting complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and electrical/piping schematics to understand system layout, identify components, and guide assembly or repair.

Thorough knowledge of OSHA standards, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, confined space entry, and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Understanding of various welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, stick) and fabrication techniques for creating or modifying machine parts.

Knowledge of proper rigging techniques, load calculations, and the safe operation of hoists, cranes, and lift trucks (e.g., center of gravity, safe working loads).

What We Offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family

Competitive salary

Bonus programs

401K retirement plan

Training opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays

Gym reimbursements, and more

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer.

It is the Company's policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry or national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military service, or any other factors protected by applicable law. This policy extends to all employees and applicants and to all aspects of the employment relationship.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants. Personal information will be collected solely for legitimate business purposes, maintained in a manner consistent with applicable laws, and not sold to third parties except when required by law.

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