Maintenance Technician

Summary

Are you an experienced Maintenance Technician ready to take the next step in your career? Van‑Am Tool & Engineering, a leader in precision manufacturing for the aerospace and defense industries, is seeking a full‑time Maintenance Technician to join our high‑performing team in St. Joseph, MO.

This position offers a competitive pay range of $24–$27 per hour, based on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accident insurance, 401(k) match, and Paid Time Off. You'll enjoy a consistent schedule of four 10‑hour days.

As a Maintenance Technician
, you'll be an essential part of our manufacturing operations‑troubleshooting equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring machinery operates at peak performance. You'll diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems while keeping production running efficiently. Every day brings a new challenge as you support advanced manufacturing technologies and help maintain smooth operations.

Our ideal Maintenance Technician has strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a proactive, problem‑solving mindset. You'll thrive in our fast‑paced manufacturing environment by staying adaptable, collaborating with others, and maintaining a high standard of excellence. Whether responding to maintenance requests, assisting with installations, or supporting capital projects, your expertise will directly impact productivity and safety.

Established in 1981,
Van‑Am Tool & Engineering has become a trusted name in precision manufacturing, providing tooling, stamping, machining, fabrication, and coating services. We take pride in producing high‑quality products and fostering a culture built on innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

If you’re a Maintenance Technician who’s passionate about manufacturing, enjoys hands‑on work, and wants to grow with a company that values excellence, this is the place for you.

Apply today – click to fill out our 3‑minute application, complete with your current resume, and we’ll be in touch soon. Take the next step in your maintenance career with Van‑Am Tool & Engineering – where innovation and craftsmanship come together.

As a federal government contractor, Van‑Am Tool & Engineering is required to maintain a drug‑free workplace under the Drug‑Free Workplace Act. As part of the hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre‑employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization. Testing is conducted after a job offer is extended, and results are kept confidential.

A positive result may impact the final offer of employment. Van‑Am complies with all applicable Federal, State (including Missouri and Iowa), and DOT regulations, where relevant.

Van‑Am is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.