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At Gordon Aluminum, we don't just offer jobs-we build careers. Whether you have years of manufacturing experience or you're looking for a new opportunity to grow, we provide paid training, advancement opportunities, competitive wages, and a team-focused culture built on our GRIT values:
Growth • Reliability • Initiative • Teamwork
Build More Than Equipment. Build Your Career.
Electricians • Maintenance Technicians • Electromechanical Technicians • PLC & Controls Professionals
Gordon Aluminum Industries is growing, and we're looking for skilled maintenance professionals who enjoy troubleshooting, repairing, and improving industrial equipment.
Whether you're an experienced Industrial Electrician, Maintenance Technician, Electromechanical Technician, PLC Programmer, or someone with strong mechanical aptitude looking to advance your career, we want to hear from you.
Current Career Opportunities
Depending on experience and business needs, candidates may be considered for positions such as:

• Industrial Maintenance Technician A
• Industrial Maintenance Technician B
• Electromechanical Technician
• Industrial Electrician
• PLC / Controls Engineer
• Maintenance Mechanic
• Electrical Controls Technician
• Automation Technician
• Maintenance Lead (future opportunities)
• Maintenance Supervisor (future opportunities)

What You'll Be Doing
Responsibilities vary by position but may include:

• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Repair and maintain manufacturing equipment
• Diagnose electrical and control system issues
• Install and replace motors, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, pumps, and other production equipment
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance
• Read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and automation systems
• Install and troubleshoot sensors, drives, VFDs, and control panels
• Perform equipment changeovers and machine improvements
• Support production by minimizing downtime
• Document repairs and preventative maintenance activities
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment
• Participate in continuous improvement projects

Requirements
Qualifications
Ideal candidates may possess experience in one or more of the following:

• Industrial maintenance
• Electrical troubleshooting
• PLC programming or troubleshooting
• Mechanical maintenance
• Hydraulics
• Pneumatics
• Welding and fabrication
• Motors and motor controls
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Robotics and automation
• Conveyor systems
• HVAC or facility maintenance
• Industrial controls
• Preventative maintenance systems

Education may include:

• Technical diploma
• Associate degree
• Apprenticeship
• Journeyman certification
• Equivalent work experience

Experience That Transfers Well
We welcome candidates from many skilled trades, including:

• Industrial Electrician
• Commercial Electrician
• Maintenance Technician
• Millwright
• Diesel Mechanic
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Automotive Technician
• HVAC Technician
• PLC Programmer
• Automation Technician
• Controls Technician
• Field Service Technician
• Machine Builder
• Manufacturing Maintenance
• Paper Mill Maintenance
• Food Processing Maintenance
• Foundry Maintenance
• Steel or Metal Manufacturing
• Construction Electrician
• Marine Mechanic
• Military Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance

If you enjoy diagnosing problems and fixing equipment, your skills may transfer well to our manufacturing environment.
Skills We're Looking For
Successful candidates typically demonstrate:

• Strong troubleshooting ability
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Safe work practices
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize multiple repairs
• Strong communication skills
• Dependability and excellent attendance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn new equipment and technologies
• Ability to work overtime when needed to support production

Physical Requirements
This position may require:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Climbing ladders and stairs
• Working in confined spaces or elevated areas
• Reaching, bending, kneeling, and crawling
• Working in varying temperatures throughout the year
• Responding to equipment breakdowns in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Why Gordon Aluminum?
At Gordon Aluminum Industries, maintenance is a critical part of our operation. You'll work alongside experienced professionals while helping keep production running safely and efficiently.
We offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Stable, full-time employment
• Ongoing technical training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Modern manufacturing equipment
• A culture built on Growth, Reliability, Initiative, and Teamwork
• Three Shift Schedules
  • First Shift (6a-2p)
  • Second Shift (2p-10p)
  • Third Shift (10p-6a)

Ready to Put Your Skills to Work?
Whether you're an experienced maintenance professional or a skilled tradesperson looking to transition into industrial manufacturing, we'd like to talk with you.
Apply today and help keep Gordon Aluminum moving forward.
What Happens Next
Our hiring team reviews every application and will reach out if your background and interests align with current or upcoming opportunities within the company.
Even if we don't have the perfect role open today, we frequently fill positions from this applicant pool as new opportunities arise.
Salary Description
$25 - $40 DOE