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2nd Shift Maintenance Technician This 2nd shift Maintenance Technician role focuses on supporting a fast-paced manufacturing operation by monitoring, maintaining, and repairing production machinery.

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How much do 2nd shift maintenance technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for 2nd shift maintenance technician in the United States is $27.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a 2nd shift maintenance technician?

A 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and systems during the second shift, which typically runs in the afternoon to late evening. They ensure machinery operates efficiently, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime. This role often requires mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills, as well as experience working with industrial machinery. The technician works independently or as part of a team to support production operations and ensure a safe working environment.

What does a 2nd shift maintenance technician do?

As a 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician, your typical shift usually starts in the late afternoon and ends around midnight, overlapping with both day and night operations. During this time, you'll be responsible for conducting preventative maintenance, responding to equipment breakdowns, and troubleshooting mechanical or electrical issues as they arise. The 2nd shift may involve less direct supervision, so technicians are expected to be proactive and self-sufficient while still collaborating with coworkers from other shifts to ensure smooth transitions. You may also assist in documenting maintenance activities, supporting safety initiatives, and working closely with production teams to minimize downtime and keep operations running efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 2nd shift maintenance technician?

To excel as a 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician, you need strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities, familiarity with industrial equipment, and a high school diploma or equivalent—often supplemented by technical training or certifications. Proficiency with tools such as multimeters, PLCs (programmable logic controllers), and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is typically required. Effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently make candidates stand out in this role. These skills ensure machinery runs smoothly during less supervised hours, minimizing downtime and supporting overall production goals.

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Infographic showing various 2Nd Shift Maintenance Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,313 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

pca

Mason, MI • On-site

$25 - $38/hr

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Job description

2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

Packaging Corporation of America

Mason, MI 

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range = $25.00 - $38.00 based on mechanical and electrical skills and experience.

Excellent Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Optometry)

Uniforms Provided

PCA provides paid training to help technicians advance through the skill levels and achieve higher pay.

Technicians supply their own basic hand tools. PCA provides a tool stipend (or replacement) to help technicians maintain basic hand tools. PCA provides all special and heavy tools.

PCA provides Safety shoes and Safety Glass stipends

PCA provides Uniforms for Maintenance Technicians

Responsibilities

This position is based at the PCA Mason Plant located in (Mason, MI).

This position will perform a variety of maintenance tasks including diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding, or replacing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and Pneumatic systems on plant equipment.

Technicians work as part of a team to safely perform Preventive Maintenance Activities as well as answer break down calls in a Production Environment.

All Maintenance Technician positions are multicraft and training is provided to develop these skills.

Basic Qualifications

2+ Years’ experience in successfully troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.

A Technical Degree in the Mechanical or Electrical Trades is a plus.

The production schedule is 3 shifts. Maintenance Technicians are placed on shifts according to plant needs and seniority. Opportunities to change shifts are available when organization changes occur or production schedules change.

Be Authorized to work in the US.

Experience in the Corrugated Packaging or Printing Industry is a plus.

All applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.


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