Baker Hughes

Machine Maintenance Technician

US-NV-MINDEN-1631 BENTLY PARKWAY SOUTH Full time

Machine Maintenance Technician

Driving Production Reliability Through Advanced Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Expertise

Do you enjoy solving complex equipment challenges in fast‑paced manufacturing environments?

Do you want to be part of a team that keeps production running at its best

Partner with the best?

Our manufacturing team relies on highly skilled Maintenance Technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of critical production equipment. You will support a wide range of automated, mechanical, and electrical systems, helping minimize downtime, improve performance, and keep operations running smoothly.

As a Machine Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for:

Technical Troubleshooting & Repair

  • Troubleshooting, repairing, servicing, installing, and removing a wide range of production equipment, including:

    • Circuit board surface‑mount placement machines

    • Wave solder systems

    • Conformal coating applicators

    • UV & conventional curing ovens

    • CNC mills and lathes

    • UV printers

    • Custom automation equipment

Preventative Maintenance & Documentation

  • Performing preventative maintenance to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient equipment operation.

  • Completing accurate, detailed work order documentation in a timely manner.

Operational Support & Collaboration

  • Cross‑training and operating across multiple machine platforms.

  • Managing inventory of tools, spare parts, and equipment to reduce downtime.

  • Communicating equipment status clearly with operators, supervisors, and management.

  • Identifying root causes of equipment issues and recommending improvements or new technologies.

Safety & Compliance

  • Following all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality procedures.

  • Adhering to LOTO and machine‑guarding standards.

  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Fuel your passion

As a Machine Maintenance Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and support continuous improvement across multiple machine platforms. Your technical expertise will directly impact production quality, safety, and efficiency.

To be successful in this role you will:

Education & Experience

  • Have an associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Industrial Electronics, or Mechatronics; or a High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years of machine maintenance experience.

  • Have to be able to participate in a rotating 24/7 on‑call schedule and swing shift as needed.

Technical Capabilities

  • Have ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and mechanical diagrams.

  • Have solid understanding of PLCs and ladder logic for basic troubleshooting.

  • Have strong troubleshooting skills in:

    • Hydraulic & pneumatic systems

    • 3‑phase motors

    • Relays & power supplies

    • PLC components

    • Encoders

    • VFDs

Tools & Equipment Proficiency

  • Have Proficiency with electronic test equipment:

    • DMMs

    • Amp probes

    • Megohmmeters

  • Have Skilled with hand and power tools such as:

    • Allen & torque wrenches

    • Nut drivers

    • Drills

    • Reciprocating saws

    • Grease applicators

Additional Skills

  • Have Comfortable use computers, mobile devices, and Microsoft Office.

  • Have Able to work independently and collaboratively.

  • Have Strong sense of ownership, initiative, and willingness to learn.

Desired Characteristics

  • Have experience with soldering and electronic repair.

  • Have familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma.

  • Have experience with Maintenance Connection or similar CMMS systems.

Working with us

Our people are at the core of our success. We believe in empowering our teams, supporting professional growth, and fostering a safe, collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.

Working for you

We offer competitive benefits designed to support your well‑being and long‑term success, including:

  • Work‑life balance programs

  • Comprehensive medical coverage

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Financial wellness programs

  • Education assistance

  • Parental leave

  • Mental health resources

  • Dependent care support

  • Additional voluntary benefits

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.

 

 

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Tech - Electronic II