Maintenance Technician - Cortland, NY $19.00 - $33.00 per hour

Maintenance Technician – Sawmill Operations

Gutchess Lumber | Cortland, NY

This Is NOT a Job for Everyone.

But if it is for you… you'll know within the first 30 seconds.

If you take pride in keeping machines alive when others give up…
If preventative maintenance isn't a buzzword to you but a personal code…
If you believe lock out / tag out is non-negotiable, not “optional when things get busy”…
If you enjoy solving mechanical problems that fight back—
And if you want work that challenges you physically, mentally, and technically—

Then keep reading.

Who This Role Is Built For

This position is for the kind of technician who:

• Thinks ahead of failures, not just reacts to breakdowns
• Gets satisfaction from equipment running because you prevented the problem
• Understands that safety is ownership, not paperwork
• Can work outdoors, in the elements, year-round—and doesn't complain about it
• Is comfortable with hot works permits, confined spaces, and heavy industrial equipment
• Sees off-shift and weekend work as part of the responsibility—not an inconvenience
• Wants to be relied upon, not micromanaged
• Takes pride in craftsmanship, discipline, and doing things the right way—every time

If you're looking for a climate-controlled, low-expectation maintenance role… this isn't it.

What You'll Be Doing (And Why It Matters)

At our Freedom, NY sawmill, your work directly impacts production, safety, and uptime. You will:

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on sawmill equipment
• Troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Diagnose failures and correct root causes—not just symptoms
• Strictly follow and advocate for Lock Out / Tag Out procedures
• Execute and comply with hot works permits and safety protocols
• Work hands-on in a demanding industrial environment—indoors and outdoors
• Support operations during off-shifts, nights, and weekends as required

This is real work, with real consequences, on real equipment.

The Kind of Person Who Thrives Here

You'll do well in this role if you:

• Enjoy being physically engaged, not stuck behind a desk
• Like problems that require thinking and muscle
• Respect procedures because you understand why they exist
• Take accountability seriously—especially when no one is watching
• Want to be part of a mill where your skill actually matters

What You Get in Return

• A role where your expertise is valued, not ignored
• Work that is challenging, meaningful, and never boring
• A team that respects safety, reliability, and professionalism
• The satisfaction of keeping a high-demand operation running smoothly

This is a place where good technicians become great, because they're given responsibility, trust, and challenge.

Final Word

If you're the kind of maintenance technician who takes pride in:

• Preventing failures
• Working safely and deliberately
• Tackling hard problems
• And earning respect through performance—

Then we want to hear from you.

Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc. – Cortland, NY
Apply today. Machines are waiting.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance