Maintenance Technician, Electrical

Seeking an energetic Maintenance Technician with a broad skillset for full time permanent employment. The position is primarily 1st shift and 6:30AM to 3:00PM. Occasional overtime will be required if a machine fails or workload increases. Pay range will be $18-$30/hour based on skills and experience of applicant. This position will report to the Engineering Manager.

• Installs, maintains and repairs machinery, equipment and other manufacturing related devices, fixtures, etc.
  • Support Production and coordinate repairs around production schedule when possible.
  • Process work orders submitted by plant employees and document work on order.
• Installs, maintains and repairs electrical systems, and electronic components of industrial equipment.
• Eliminate machine downtime, waste, unnecessary repairs and reoccurring problems through P.M. and risk management activities.
• Locate and fabricate spare parts and supplies as needed.
• Promote and ensure that safety, procedures and work instructions are maintained and followed.
• Make prudent use of company supplies and equipment. Help maintain spares inventory.
• Follow company work rules, policies and procedures.
• Promote and maintain a clean work environment consistent with 5s practices.

• PLC and AC/DC motor controllers experience necessary. Experience with Allen Bradley PLC’s and Control Techniques Motor Drives is a plus.
• Strong electrical skills for troubleshooting, repairing, wiring, and modifying high and low voltage systems on machines.
• Strong mechanical background for machine maintenance.

• Machining using mill, lathe, band saw, etc.,
• Metal fabrication including welding, brazing, and soldiering
• Plumbing, hydraulics, fluid power.
• Pump maintenance and repair (diaphragm pumps mostly).
• Building roof, grounds maintenance and repair as needed.
• The applicant needs to have positive open attitude and a professional behavior.

• Strong electrical and mechanical skills.
• Desire for improved results including cost savings, equipment uptimes, and productivity results.
• Desire to perform, troubleshoot, and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and mechanical drawings.

• High school diploma
• Driver’s License
• Two to three years maintenance experience to include strong mechanical and electrical skills.
• Two years Fork Truck/Tow motor skills required.
• Must be able to work in small spaces and must be able to pick up 50 pounds on occasion.
• Must be available to work overtime when needed.

• Medical/dental/vision
• Life insurance (100% company paid)
• Holidays (9 per year)
• Vacation (1 week @ 6 months, 2 weeks at 1 year)
• Earned time Accrual (can earn one week per year)
• Company 401K

The applicant does not need to be strong in all listed skills, but must be willing to participate and learn on the Job and/or attend training at the company’s expense if requested.

Beneke wire is a family owned company founded in 1968 that is strong and growing. It’s a company that has a small maintenance staff who covers tasks requiring many different skills. The plant is well maintained and ready to receive a qualified maintenance applicant.

Individual must be able to read, write, and communicate in English with comprehension.

A post offer drug screen, physical and background check will be required.

Must have a valid drivers license and be able to hold legal employment in the United States.

Beneke Wire Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer