Maintenance Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

2nd Shift Maintenance Technician – Foundry Operations

We’re looking for a skilled, hands-on Maintenance Technician to support safe, efficient operations across our Foundry. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, can troubleshoot effectively, and contributes to a strong team environment.

What You’ll Do:

- Maintain and repair foundry production equipment to support safe, consistent operations

- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

- Install and assist with commissioning of new equipment and upgrades

- Perform facility maintenance including plumbing, heating, and basic electrical work

- Inspect equipment and work areas to ensure compliance with safety standards

- Plan and prioritize maintenance work, including scheduling repairs and minimizing downtime

- Order parts and manage inventory through the maintenance system

- Document work performed and support continuous improvement efforts

What We’re Looking For:

- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot independently

- Experience in industrial maintenance (foundry or heavy manufacturing is a plus)

- Working knowledge of electrical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics

- Ability to read prints, schematics, and technical manuals

Work Requirements - ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- High School Diploma or GED required; trade school certification or technical degree in maintenance, electrical, or related field preferred.

- High School Diploma or GED required.

- Strong mechanical skills required, with proven electrical experience and solid working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems in a production environment.

The essential duties include, but are not limited to the following:

- Adherence to all safety procedures and requirements.

- Operation of material handling equipment including forklifts and other mobile equipment.

- Daily cleaning of work areas and manufacturing equipment.

- Cooperate with supervisors, machine operators and other mechanics in troubleshooting and repair of production equipment.

- Respond to needs for immediate repair of production equipment.

- Complete scheduled preventative maintenance activities.

- Identify and resolve any safety or quality issues needing attention.

- Recommend process improvements.

- Must be able to work overtime as needed.

- Flexibility of schedule to work alternate shifts as needed.

- Physically report to work on time for scheduled shifts (working remote is not available).

- Other duties as assigned.

Physical and / or Sensory Requirements

- Must be able to use arms, hands, legs and feet in repetitive motions.

- Must be able to lift 60 pounds repetitively.

- Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and to stand and walk on concrete floors and uneven surfaces for the duration of the work shift.

- Must have good vision and depth perception.

- Must be able to work overtime as needed.

- The ability to respond quickly to sounds.

- The ability to have depth perception and to see / respond to production needs or situations.

- The ability to work in high temperatures.

- The ability to communicate verbally with coworkers and supervisors.

- The ability to wear personal protective gear during the shift while working.

Work Environment

- Frequent exposure to loud noises and vibration.

- Regular exposure to temperature variations.

- Frequent exposure to dust.

- Must have great attention to detail, be results-oriented, and work effectively to resolve issues.

- Strong mechanical skills required, with proven electrical experience and solid working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems in a production environment.

- Must possess the ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions.Minimum 2 years’ experience in repair and maintenance of heavy production equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Opportunities for advancement

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person