Maintenance Technician II
STERIS · Montgomery, AL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Posted
- 6 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at STERIS (medical devices) in Montgomery, AL. As a Maintenance Technician you will be under the direct supervision of the Sr.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- PLC, Automation, CNC
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Alabama plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 67 other live reliability postings in Alabama.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Welding 50%
- ✓ Team leadership 50%
- ✓ PLC 49%
- Root cause 26%
- EHS / safety 26%
- Tooling 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for CNC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
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This plant: STERIS in Montgomery
2 other open roles at this site.
- Senior Process Manufacturing Engineer · Process · Senior
- Operations Engineer · Production
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Position Summary
As a Maintenance Technician you will be under the direct supervision of the Sr. Maintenance Tech, Team Lead, Supervisor or Manager provide preventative maintenance of the facility and equipment according to predetermined methods and schedule. Daily, repairs broken tools and equipment. Maintain all safety standards.
Shift: 6:30am-4:30pm Monday - Thursday
What you will do
as a Maintenance Technician
Diagnoses defects and damages pertaining to production equipment, or anything related to the facility
Advises on the opportunity to do the repairs internally or to submit them to external specialists
Repairs the equipment or supervises vendors and contractor’s work. This activity may involve the fabrication of new components
Converses with equipment operators to troubleshoot problems with equipment before breakdown and to determine if breakdown is due to human error or mechanical problem
Replaces defective components and wiring and adjusts mechanical parts using the appropriate hand tools. Aligns, adjusts, and calibrates equipment according to specifications
Maintains maintenance records as required
Maintains and operates low pressure steam boiler and air compressors
Follows all applicable quality and safety rules and guidelines
Required
GED/High School diploma
Ability to read/understand blueprints, equipment manuals, and industrial standards.
Basic understanding and knowledge of Operations equipment.
Reading, writing, and basic math skills required.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and react appropriately with shifting priorities and rapid change.
Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
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Other
Related work experience (i.e., automatic packaging equipment, instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, and electronics.
CNC, PLC and working with electricity up to 480V preferred.
Technical/Vocational degree in automation and manufacturing equipment repair and maintenance preferred.
What STERIS Offers
We Value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your heath, well-being, and financial future.
Here is just a brief overview of what we offer
- •Market Competitive Pay
- •Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
- •Long/short Term disability coverage
- •401(k) with company match
- •Maternity & Paternal Leave
- •Additional add-ons benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
- •Tuition Reimbursement and continues educations programs
- •Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career
Pay range for this opportunity is $25.95 - $33.58. This position is eligible for bonus participation.
Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.
STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits
Open until position is filled.