Senior Maintenance Technician

Hohman Plating, a division of Novaria Group, is a leading service provider for plated coatings. We serve a diversified customer base including aerospace, medical, large equipment and more. In business since 1918, we are seeking long-term employees to join our team. Conveniently located one mile north of downtown Dayton. Hohman Plating offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, LTD/STD, Life, 401K match, Bonus and more.

Summary Of Job

The Senior Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in maintaining and improving facility operations by providing expert-level troubleshooting, repair, and mentorship across a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems. This individual is trusted with high-impact tasks and supports both day-to-day uptime and long-term equipment reliability in a self-directed, collaborative manner. Ideal for a highly skilled professional who enjoys teaching others and solving complex technical problems independently.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Advanced Troubleshooting & Repair
• Diagnose and repair issues involving motors, pumps, and mixers powered by 24V, 120V, and 480V/3-phase electrical systems.
• Rebuild and refurbish pumps and other mechanical components.
• Use multimeters and megohmmeters to check motor windings and insulation resistance.
• Identify and resolve issues within steam and heating systems, including controls and plumbing tied to electroplating tanks.
• Fabricate mechanical assemblies or brackets using basic welding, cutting, or machining tools when required.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance with a focus on critical utilities such as compressed air, steam, and heat systems.
• Support condition-based monitoring (e.g., vibration, thermal inspection) to proactively resolve potential failures.
• Mentorship & Team Development
• Assist in developing junior technicians through on-the-job training and knowledge sharing.
• Demonstrate leadership through initiative, reliability, and commitment to team success.
• Work Coordination & Documentation
• Execute and document maintenance activities using the company’s CMMS system.
• Provide clear status updates, root cause analyses, and corrective action documentation.
  

TRAITS & CHARACTERISTICS

• Independent problem solver capable of managing technical tasks without constant supervision.
• Approachable, collaborative, and effective at supporting less-experienced teammates.
• Maintains a strong safety mindset and adheres to all regulatory and facility standards.
• Adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned (include this in all descriptions)
  
  

Education, Skills & Experience

• 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, ideally within a manufacturing or electroplating facility.
• Strong expertise in electrical systems including 480V/3-phase, control circuits, and motor diagnostics.
• Mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience in pump rebuilding, pipefitting, and fabrication.
• Familiarity with steam systems, boilers, or tank heating applications is highly preferred.
• Experience using a CMMS for tracking maintenance activities and spare parts.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• High School diploma or GED required; technical certifications or trade school education is a plus.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or examine parts; and to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; use stairs; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to dangerous chemicals, including exposure to fumes or airborne particles below OSHA permissible limits. Frequently exposed to high heat and humid conditions. Employee will be frequently exposed to loud sounds, below the OSHA permissible limits.

Hohman Plating, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.