Machine Maintenance & Safety Specialist
Quick Summary
Machine Maintenance & Safety Specialist Location: Richmond, VAJob Type: Full-Time | SalariedAnnual Salary: Starting at $90,
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Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules for CNC machines, manual machine tools, and other manufacturing equipment.
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Diagnose equipment problems, perform repairs, and coordinate service work when needed.
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Track maintenance records, equipment history, and spare parts inventory.
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Identify recurring failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
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Assist with equipment installation, setup, relocation, and production troubleshooting.
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Promote safe work practices and coordinate safety committee meetings and initiatives.
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Conduct workplace inspections, identify hazards, and follow up on corrective actions.
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Assist with incident investigations, reports, and safety performance tracking.
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Support machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), personal protective equipment (PPE), and other safety programs.
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Help maintain compliance with workplace safety policies and applicable regulations.
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Coordinate outside contractors for building, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and grounds maintenance.
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Respond to urgent equipment and facility issues as needed.
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Support facility improvement projects and vendor coordination.
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At least 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing, machine shop, industrial, or production environment.
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Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
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Experience with CNC machines, manual machine tools, or industrial manufacturing equipment.
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Knowledge of preventive maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
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Ability to read mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
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Strong organization, communication, independent problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
Nice to Have
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Experience developing or managing preventive maintenance programs.
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Knowledge of machine shop operations and machining processes.
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Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, and industrial electrical systems.
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Experience with safety committees, safety leadership, or incident investigations.
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OSHA or other safety-related training or certifications.
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Associate degree or technical training in maintenance, industrial technology, machining, or a related field.
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Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
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Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
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Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and work around industrial equipment.
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Ability to respond to maintenance and facility concerns throughout the plant.
If you have hands-on machine maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to workplace safety, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- $90,000 a year
- 12% below the $101,850 median for Health & Safety Specialist jobs on Jobera (361 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- Today
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 27, 2026
- First seen
- October 27, 2026
- Last seen
- October 27, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 79%
- Scored at
- October 27, 2026
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