CNC Maintenance Technician

Job Title:

CNC Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Team Lead

Location:

Springfield, MO

Job Type: Full-Time

Join Our Team at Creative Modular Construction (CMC)

CMC is seeking a highly skilled CNC Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Team Lead to oversee the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and continuous improvement of CNC machining equipment and related manufacturing systems. This role combines hands‑on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities to ensure maximum equipment uptime, production efficiency, team performance, and alignment with our CHRIST Core Values:
Creative, Honor, Respect, Integrity, Synergy, and Total Ownership.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience maintaining CNC machinery, strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to lead and mentor maintenance personnel while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on CNC mills, lathes, grinders, robotic systems, and supporting equipment
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system failures
• Troubleshoot CNC controls, drives, motors, servo systems, PLCs, sensors, and automation equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, hydraulic diagrams, and technical manuals
• Coordinate machine installations, upgrades, relocations, and commissioning activities
• Perform root cause analysis to identify recurring equipment issues and implement long‑term corrective actions
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair logs, and preventive maintenance schedules within the MAINTAIN X system
• Respond quickly to equipment downtime and minimize operational disruptions
• Recommend and implement equipment reliability improvements and cost‑saving initiatives
• Manage spare parts inventory and identify critical replacement components
• Lead, train, and mentor maintenance technicians to ensure high levels of technical performance and professional development
• Coordinate daily maintenance activities and prioritize work assignments based on production needs
• Provide technical guidance and support during complex equipment troubleshooting and repairs
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and effective communication across maintenance and production departments while incorporating CMC’s Core Values
• Assist management with workforce planning, scheduling, and maintenance resource allocation
• Support employee performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, safety, and maintenance efficiency
• Serve as the primary point of contact during maintenance‑related emergencies or critical equipment failures
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company safety policies and regulatory requirements
• Enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, electrical safety, and other safe work practices
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
• Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the maintenance team

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical degree or industrial maintenance certification preferred
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a CNC manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years of leadership, lead technician, or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of CNC machine tools and manufacturing equipment
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, including 24
  
  VDC, 120
  
  VAC, 480
  
  VAC, VFDs, and servo systems
• Experience troubleshooting PLC‑controlled equipment
• Ability to read electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and mechanical drawings
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with CMMS software
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills

• Certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field
• Experience with Fanuc, Haas, Siemens, Mazak, Okuma, Mitsubishi, or similar CNC control systems
• Knowledge of robotics, automation systems, and industrial networking
• Experience implementing TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiatives
• Lean…