Maintenance Technician-Nights

Company Description

This is a 12 hour night shift with shift differential offered.

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2024, Continental generated sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets.

Guided by the vision of being the customer's first choice for material‑driven solutions, the Conti Tech group sector focuses on development competence and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, plastics, metal, and fabrics. These can also be equipped with electronic components in order to optimise their functionally for individual services. Conti Tech's industrial growth areas are primarily in energy, agriculture, construction, and surfaces.

In addition, Conti Tech serves the automotive and transportation industries as well as rail transport.

Continental in Norfolk, Nebraska has a need for Maintenance Technicians with an Electro‑Mechanical or related degree or a minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in the areas listed in this posting. The technician will perform a variety of duties involved in the installation, alteration, maintenance, development and repair of plant machinery, equipment, facilities and structures.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and maintain a variety of mechanical, electrical and manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Set up and operate machining tools such as engine lathe, milling machine, drill press, grinders, alter or construct replacement parts, recondition production tooling.
• Maintain plant plumbing, heating, cooling and related facilities and equipment.
• Read and understand electrical diagrams and blueprints.
• Knowledge of PLCs, electronic and mechanical systems.
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Identify and resolve problems before they become costly.
• Welding, fabrication and machining skills.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge and utilisation of lean manufacturing tools.
• Assume the role of temporary team leader on a rotational basis.
• Good verbal and written communication skills to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Required to maintain certifications of plant safety and housekeeping practices.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
• Other duties as necessary.

• A 2‑year Electro‑Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or related degree OR a minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience with experience in areas listed in this posting.
• Willing to work night shift.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.

• Self‑motivated with high energy.
• Desir&enablenabilityto continuously learn & apply new knowledge/skills
• Values teamwork & skills necessary to be an effective team member.
• Previous maintenance or manufacturing experience.
• Hands‑on experience in a maintenance or mechanical capacity.
• Knowledge of PLCs, electronic & mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulic systems.
• Industrial electrician experience.
• Welding, fabrication and machining skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools & techniques.
• Passion for quality workmanship.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Immediate benefits.
• Paid time off in first year.
• Employee discounts (including tire discounts).
• 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
• Diverse & inclusive work environment.
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader.