Maintenance Academy Technician

About UsFor more than 145 years, Amsted Rail has been a global leader in manufacturing railroad wheels, bearings, and components that keep the world moving. Griffin Wheel, an Amsted Rail company, is the largest manufacturer of railroad wheels in North America and part of one of the largest Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP) in the United States.

As an employee-owner, you share in the success of the business. When the company succeeds, you benefit through our ESOP ownership program, competitive pay, and career development opportunities.

We are currently hiring two Maintenance Academy Technicians at our Kansas City, KS facility.

Position Overview The Maintenance Academy is a structured training program designed to develop the next generation of skilled maintenance professionals. This position is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals who want to build a long-term career in industrial maintenance.

Trainees will progress through several phases of hands-on learning, working alongside experienced maintenance professionals while completing assigned online learning modules and skills development activities.

The program is designed to provide exposure to multiple maintenance disciplines before advancing into a Maintenance Technician role.

What You'll Learn During the program, trainees will rotate through several maintenance disciplines:

Phase 1:
Lubrication & Preventive Maintenance (Oilers)
Learn equipment lubrication procedures

Perform routine inspections

Understand basic maintenance principles

Identify wear patterns and equipment issues

Complete preventive maintenance tasks

Phase 2:
Welding & Fabrication Learn industrial welding practices

Assist with repairs and fabrication projects

Develop safe welding techniques

Understand metalworking and fabrication fundamentals

Phase 3:
Mechanical Maintenance Shadow experienced mechanics

Learn equipment troubleshooting techniques

Assist with repairs of industrial equipment

Gain exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, conveyors, and power transmission systems

Develop mechanical problem-solving skills

Technical Learning Throughout each phase, trainees will complete:

Online learning courses

Safety training

Equipment-specific training

Skills assessments

Hands-on competency evaluations

What You'll DoWork safely and follow all plant safety requirements

Demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop new skills

Participate in hands-on training activities

Complete required online coursework and certifications

Assist maintenance team members with inspections, repairs, and projects

Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Follow established maintenance procedures

Work collaboratively with maintenance, operations, quality, and leadership teams

Qualifications Required High  school diploma or GEDMechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment

Ability to safely use hand tools and basic equipment

Strong attendance and reliability

Commitment to safety

Preferred

Industrial, mechanical, automotive, military, vocational, or technical training experience

Previous manufacturing experience

Welding experience

Maintenance-related coursework or certifications

Basic computer skills

Career Path The Maintenance Academy is designed to develop employees into skilled maintenance professionals. Successful trainees will gain experience across multiple maintenance disciplines and build the foundational skills necessary for advancement within the maintenance organization.

Work Environment This position works in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment that may include:

Extreme heat and cold Dusty and dirty conditions

Loud noise levels

Standing, walking, climbing, bending, and lifting

Benefits

Amsted Rail offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Paid time off Career advancement opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Why Amsted Rail?

Amsted Rail is an industry leader that offers more than a job. We provide opportunities to learn, grow, and build a rewarding career. Our culture is built on safety, teamwork, ownership, dignity, and respect. As part of our employee-owned company, your contributions directly impact our success.#ff-dd