Lead Maintenance Technician

Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy-duty and specialty vehicle products. Today, we have more than 3,500 employees across 29 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM, reaching a revenue of $2 billion in 2024. Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.

Shift:

Monday - Thursday 5pm - 3am; This position is eligible for a shift differential. Job Summary The Maintenance Lead is a senior, hands-on maintenance technician who directs daily maintenance activities within a non-union industrial manufacturing facility. This role provides technical leadership, coordinates work execution, and supports the Maintenance Supervisor by ensuring maintenance tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and with minimal impact to production. The Maintenance Lead works alongside technicians and serves as the primary technical resource on the floor. Primary Duties Technical Execution & Leadership Perform advanced mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs on manufacturing equipment. Lead complex or high-priority maintenance jobs and equipment shutdowns. Serve as the technical point of contact for equipment issues during assigned shifts. Ensure work meets established quality, safety, and operational standards. Daily Work Coordination Assist with daily work planning and assignment of tasks based on priority, skills, and production needs. Coordinate with production supervisor for planned downtime to complete PM's durning the week. Ensure tools, parts, and materials are available before work begins. Review completed work for accuracy and completeness. CMMS & Documentation Ensure work orders are properly opened, updated, and closed in the CMMS. Document repairs, parts usage, and equipment condition accurately. Identify repeat failures and communicate improvement opportunities. Safety & Compliance Enforce plant safety rules including lockout/tagout and PPE requirements. Lead by example in safe work practices. Identify and report unsafe conditions and near-miss incidents. Training & Team Support Mentor and train maintenance technicians on equipment and procedures. Support skills development and cross-training. Promote teamwork, accountability, and professional conduct. Continuous Improvement Support preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives. Recommend equipment and process improvements. Assist with reliability and uptime improvement efforts. Authority and Accountability Provides direction to maintenance technicians during assigned shifts. Authorized to organize and prioritize maintenance work to meet operational demands. Does not have authority for hiring, termination, or disciplinary actions, but may provide recommendations. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. 5-8 years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience required. Previous senior or lead technician experience preferred. Technical Skills Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills. Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment preferred. Ability to read schematics, drawings, and manuals. Proficient in CMMS usage. Physical Demands & Work Environment Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, and work around machinery. Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or respond to breakdowns as needed. Role Clarification The Maintenance Lead provides hands-on technical leadership and coordinates daily maintenance work but does not perform formal supervisory or managerial functions. #LIMI1 #DaytonParts Education / Experience Candidates should have proven experience in industrial maintenance within a heavy manufacturing environment, with the ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, and automated systems (including AC/DC drives and Allen Bradley PLCs), as well as proficiency with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and material-handling equipment. The work is physically demanding and requires frequent lifting (up to 75 lbs), working at heights up to 25 feet, climbing, bending, reaching overhead, and operating equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, and machine shop tools. Strong hand-eye coordination, good vision, and the ability to work safely in hot, noisy, and occasionally dusty or oily industrial conditions are essential. The US base rate for this full-time position is 36.50. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Compensation decisions are made based on the specific facts and circumstances of each role and candidate. As a Dorman US contributor, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid time off (sick/vacation), and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. www.

DormanProducts.com

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$36.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Maintenance:

5 years (Required)

PLC:

5 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Harrisburg, PA 17103 (Required)

Work Location:

In person