Position Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician
Salary: $66,560.00-$87,360.00/year
Shift: 1st
Hours: 6:00am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday (4x10s), OT on Fridays
We are seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support production equipment and facility operations in a growing manufacturing environment in St. Louis, MO. This role focuses on hands-on mechanical and electrical maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, performing preventative maintenance, and supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations. This is an excellent direct hire opportunity for a maintenance professional looking to expand their skills and grow with the organization. As the company continues to invest in equipment and operations, there will be opportunities for increased responsibility and potential leadership growth.
Industrial Maintenance Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues
- Replace and repair components such as sensors, motors, switches, valves, belts, bearings, and conveyors
- Support production by responding to equipment breakdowns and minimizing downtime
- Assist with machine setups, changeovers, and equipment adjustments as needed
- Troubleshoot CNC machines and stamping equipment to identify root causes of issues and coordinate with OEM technical support when advanced diagnostics are required
- Read and interpret basic electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
- Conduct routine inspections and maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability
- Maintain compressed air systems, facility utilities, lighting, and other building support equipment
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and improvement projects
- Safely operate forklifts, lifts, and other maintenance equipment
- Complete maintenance work orders and document repairs in the maintenance tracking system
- Follow all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures
Industrial Maintenance Technician Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- 3-5 years of industrial, manufacturing, maintenance, automotive, agricultural equipment, or military mechanical maintenance experience
- Basic electrical troubleshooting skills, including sensors, motors, switches, and control circuits
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and standard maintenance equipment
- Ability to read technical manuals and troubleshoot equipment issues
- Preferred technical training in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, electronics, or a related field
- Preferred experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Preferred familiarity with CNC machines, stamping presses, or automated production equipment
- Preferred welding and fabrication experience
- Preferred forklift certification or experience operating industrial equipment
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