Mid Level Machinery Technician Jobs
Mid level machinery technician jobs go to technicians ready to own maintenance cycles, troubleshoot complex equipment failures independently, and guide junior techs through hands-on repairs. Openings run predominantly on-site across Chemicals & Materials and Automotive, with employers like Bosch, Messer, and Brightview hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.
Reimagine What’s Possible
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to lead outage planning and execution activities across assigned projects. This role is responsible for managing outage scope from planning through completion, coordinating multiple stakeholders, overseeing contractors, and ensuring all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Air Products standards. The successful candidate will bring strong planning, scheduling, and field execution experience, along with a commitment to safety and operational excellence.
The Turnaround Machinery Planner is responsible for developing safe, complete, and executable work packages for rotating equipment and machinery-related turnaround scope. This position supports all phases of turnaround planning and execution by defining work scope, developing detailed job plans, coordinating resources, managing contractor interfaces, supporting schedule development, and ensuring compliance with Air Products safety, quality, and operational standards.
The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the turnaround team, partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Inspection, and Contractors to deliver turnarounds safely, efficiently, and successfully. Travel may be required up to 25% to 45% depending on project and turnaround assignments.
Essential Functions
- Demonstrate strong organizational, leadership, planning, and communication skills.
- Manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
- Conduct field walkdowns and site assessments to validate scope and execution requirements.
- Work safely in industrial environments, including climbing ladders, stairs, and elevated structures as required.
- Ensure compliance with Air Products safety, quality, and operational standards.
- Collaborate effectively with operations, maintenance, engineering, inspection, procurement, contractors, and turnaround teams.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and incorporation of lessons learned into future turnaround planning efforts.
- Perform other duties and special assignments as required.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Lead assigned machinery turnaround scope from planning through closeout.
- Develop work scope and planning deliverables for assigned turnaround work orders.
- Identify support disciplines and resource requirements necessary to execute planned work.
- Create detailed Primavera P6 activities including:
- Work steps
- Durations
- Craft requirements
- Resource loading
- Support contractor bid events and ensure planning packages are suitable for field execution.
- Complete turnaround closeout documentation and lessons learned in accordance with Air Products procedures.
- Promote and maintain high housekeeping standards throughout planning and execution activities.
Experience
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Machinery, Mechanical, Reliability, or Turnaround Planner supporting industrial maintenance, turnarounds, outgas, or capital projects. 10 years with millwright field experience a plus.
Experience planning and executing work involving:
- Compressors
- Pumps
- Turbines
- Gearboxes
- Fans and Blowers
- Rotating Equipment Outages
- Precision Maintenance Activities
The expected pay range for this job varies based on location. In California, the expected pay range is $126,300 - $168,100 plus bonus. This is the range that we reasonably expect to pay for this position, as individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
What's In It for You:
At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees.
Check out some of our benefits below!
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with 100% vested company core and match
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
LI-MO2
Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.
INTRODUCTION
At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.
Reimagine What’s Possible
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to lead outage planning and execution activities across assigned projects. This role is responsible for managing outage scope from planning through completion, coordinating multiple stakeholders, overseeing contractors, and ensuring all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Air Products standards. The successful candidate will bring strong planning, scheduling, and field execution experience, along with a commitment to safety and operational excellence.
The Turnaround Machinery Planner is responsible for developing safe, complete, and executable work packages for rotating equipment and machinery-related turnaround scope. This position supports all phases of turnaround planning and execution by defining work scope, developing detailed job plans, coordinating resources, managing contractor interfaces, supporting schedule development, and ensuring compliance with Air Products safety, quality, and operational standards.
The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the turnaround team, partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Inspection, and Contractors to deliver turnarounds safely, efficiently, and successfully. Travel may be required up to 25% to 45% depending on project and turnaround assignments.
Essential Functions
- Demonstrate strong organizational, leadership, planning, and communication skills.
- Manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
- Conduct field walkdowns and site assessments to validate scope and execution requirements.
- Work safely in industrial environments, including climbing ladders, stairs, and elevated structures as required.
- Ensure compliance with Air Products safety, quality, and operational standards.
- Collaborate effectively with operations, maintenance, engineering, inspection, procurement, contractors, and turnaround teams.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and incorporation of lessons learned into future turnaround planning efforts.
- Perform other duties and special assignments as required.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Lead assigned machinery turnaround scope from planning through closeout.
- Develop work scope and planning deliverables for assigned turnaround work orders.
- Identify support disciplines and resource requirements necessary to execute planned work.
- Create detailed Primavera P6 activities including:
- Work steps
- Durations
- Craft requirements
- Resource loading
- Support contractor bid events and ensure planning packages are suitable for field execution.
- Complete turnaround closeout documentation and lessons learned in accordance with Air Products procedures.
- Promote and maintain high housekeeping standards throughout planning and execution activities.
Experience
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Machinery, Mechanical, Reliability, or Turnaround Planner supporting industrial maintenance, turnarounds, outgas, or capital projects. 10 years with millwright field experience a plus.
Experience planning and executing work involving:
- Compressors
- Pumps
- Turbines
- Gearboxes
- Fans and Blowers
- Rotating Equipment Outages
- Precision Maintenance Activities
The expected pay range for this job varies based on location. In California, the expected pay range is $126,300 - $168,100 plus bonus. This is the range that we reasonably expect to pay for this position, as individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
What's In It for You:
At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees.
Check out some of our benefits below!
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with 100% vested company core and match
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
LI-MO2
Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.
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Mid Level Machinery Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level machinery technician job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight specific equipment you have maintained or repaired without direct supervision, any process improvements you drove, and results like reduced downtime or faster turnaround. Employers at this level want to see that you can diagnose problems independently and communicate clearly with engineers and operators, so make those moments visible in your resume and interviews.
Which companies hire mid level machinery technicians?
Companies hiring mid level machinery technicians right now include Bosch, Messer, and Brightview, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, you will find openings at manufacturers, industrial equipment companies, and facilities-focused operations that need technicians who can work with minimal oversight.
Are there remote mid level machinery technician jobs?
Yes, though most machinery technician roles require on-site presence given the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of mid level machinery technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve technical support, documentation, or coordination roles rather than direct equipment repair.
How do I move up to a mid level machinery technician role?
Moving from entry level to mid level takes deliberate depth-building over your first few years. Focus on expanding the range of equipment you can service, taking on progressively complex repairs, and documenting the outcomes of your work. Earning a relevant certification, volunteering to train newer technicians, and completing at least one project where you led the diagnostic and repair process from start to finish are the clearest signals employers look for when promoting or hiring at this level.
Which industries hire the most mid level machinery technicians?
Mid Level machinery technician roles concentrate in Chemicals & Materials and Automotive, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely heavily on continuous equipment uptime, which creates sustained demand for technicians who have enough experience to handle failures with limited escalation.