Job Description
Req ID:  50265
Posting Job Location:  Tallahassee, FL, US
Employment Type:  Full Time
Segment:  Danfoss Turbocor
Job Category:  Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type:  On-site
Job Title:  Maintenance Technician- 1st Shift
Job Description: 

The Impact You'll Make

 

At Danfoss, your work keeps production running safely and efficiently. As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our manufacturing equipment performs at its best—helping deliver high-quality products while minimizing downtime.

This is more than routine maintenance. You’ll troubleshoot complex systems across hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and HVAC equipment, directly impacting plant performance and operational success. Every repair and improvement you make supports a stronger, more reliable production environment.

Join a collaborative, hands-on team in Tallahassee, FL, where your technical skills and problem-solving mindset will be valued, developed, and put into action every day.

What You’ll Be Doing

 

  • Keep production moving by troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical systems, including CNC machines, hydraulic power units, and pumping systems

  • Diagnose and repair issues by disassembling equipment, replacing defective components, and rebuilding systems to restore performance

  • Support the shop floor by providing real-time assistance to assembly lines, driving process improvements and solving technical challenges

  • Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs across hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems to reduce downtime

  • Complete electrical maintenance and basic HVAC troubleshooting, including motors, relays, chillers, compressors, and ventilation systems

What We're Looking For

 

  • High school diploma or GED, plus 1+ year of industrial maintenance experience or equivalent heavy industry experience

  • Hands-on mechanical and electrical aptitude, with the ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics

  • Experience with industrial tools and systems (e.g., pneumatics, hydraulics, CNC equipment, PLC troubleshooting, or similar)

  • One of the following: Millwright certification, Electrical certification, Journeyman license, E&I certification, or HVAC experience

  • Strong commitment to safety practices, including consistent use of PPE and a proven safe work record

  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and maintenance systems (CMMS or similar tools)

 

What You'll Get from Us

 

  1. We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
  2. You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
  3. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
  4. You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference?

 

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

 


 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.  Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Want to know more? Please visit our FAQ Page.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

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