Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician will perform preventative maintenance, repairs, machine overhauls, equipment installations, inspections, services, and general cleaning on facility equipment and systems in a fast-paced production environment.

This posting may be filled as either an Electrical Maintenance Technician or Maintenance Mechanic depending on candidate qualifications and plant needs.

2nd and 3rd shift **availability required

Core Responsibilities (All Maintenance Technicians)

• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, and service on machines in a fast-paced production-focused facility.
• Works during plant shutdowns which typically occur on weekends and holidays.
• Installs new equipment or moves current equipment to facilitate production efficiency.
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Orders and installs replacement parts for machines.
• Identifies the root causes of unexpected machine breakdowns.
• Repairs machines quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Prepare reports documenting work performed.
• Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
• Assists outside contractors as needed for special projects.
• Uses computers to create work orders, order parts, monitor systems, submit reports, accurately record time confirmations, and check email. Primary programs include Microsoft Office Suite, Indusoft, and SAP.

Maintenance Mechanic – Additional Responsibilities

• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing and reinstalling components as necessary.
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance.
• Repairs or replaces mechanical components such as bearings, belts, chains, and gear assemblies.
• Performs mechanical troubleshooting on production equipment.
• Assists with mechanical overhauls and machine rebuilds.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Electrical Maintenance Technician – Additional Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical components and control systems on production equipment.
• Performs electrical inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance on electrical systems.
• Diagnoses issues related to motors, sensors, drives, PLCs, and control panels.
• Installs, wires, and tests new electrical equipment and control systems.
• Maintains electrical schematics and documentation for equipment repairs and installations.
• Ensures compliance with electrical safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Strong electrical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Experience with or willingness to learn PLC systems, robotic programming, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to bend and install conduit, or willingness to learn.
• Identify equipment voltage (120V–24,900V) and place systems in an electrically safe condition.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

*This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal travel is required for this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Qualifications/Experience

• Previous industrial maintenance experience or electrical maintenance experience preferred
• Previous welding/fabricating/plumbing/pipefitting experience preferred.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn required.

**Education **

• Highschool diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience preferred.

Analytical Skills

• Must have a strong analytical background with great problem-solving skills.

Problem Solving & Decision Making Ability

• Must be able to efficiently troubleshoot equipment failures and determine appropriate repair timeline to production.

Language & Communication Skills

• Must have strong oral and written communications skills.

Planning & Organizational Skills

• Must have ability to work as a member of a team or independently.

Math-Reading-Reasoning Skills & Ability

• Must have a strong understanding of blueprint or schematics reading and tape measure reading.

Certificates, Registrations

• Attend trainings and webinars to learn and stay current in the field.
• Ability to obtain certifications as required. (i.e. welding, crane, backflow preventer, hydraulic)

Equipment Used

• Basic hand tools.
• Battery powered/electric/air tools.
• Saws, drills, grinders, torches, welders, pipe threaders.
• Forklift, aerial lift, overhead hoist.
• Various electrical testing equipment (Electrical Maintenance Technician).

Work Environment

• Ability to work on elevated work structures while wearing appropriate PPE to include aerial lift platforms and cat walks.
• Ability to work in and around dirty/dusty locations while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Ability to work inside confined spaces while using appropriate PPE.
• Potential exposure to extreme heat during summer months and when near molten Iron and hot castings.
• Potential exposure to extreme cold during winter months if working outside.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and demanding production focused environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot various electrical equipment (Electrical Maintenance Technician).

Additional Information

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Able to climb stairs/ladders, bend, stretch, push, pull, pinch, kneel, and move as needed to preform duties.
• Must be able to visually inspect parts and machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

BENEFITS:

Waupaca Foundry offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employer funded retirement plan
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program
• Fitness membership
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employer supported career development, including tuition reimbursement

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

You should be proficient in:

• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Industrial Electrical Experience