Maintenance Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician I Watson Custom Tanks | Springfield, MOTech I Starting Pay: $22-$25+/hr Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

For 30+ years, Watson Custom Tanks has held a reputation for designing and fabricating trusted tank solutions for food, beverage and industrial processes. We highly value quality craftsmanship, innovation and, most importantly, teamwork to support our customers and create a safe, family-centric environment for our team to thrive.

Do you enjoy troubleshooting equipment, solving mechanical problems, and keeping operations running smoothly? Watson Custom Tanks is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician I to join our Facilities Maintenance team. In this hands‑on role, you'll help maintain and repair machinery, equipment, tools, and facility systems that support our manufacturing operations.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment and machinery issues
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on production equipment
• Inspect components for wear, alignment, and performance issues
• Repair and install pneumatic, hydraulic, and air systems
• Use welding and fabrication skills to repair or create parts as needed
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Support facility maintenance projects and other assigned duties

• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery
• Working knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V three-phase
• Pneumatic and hydraulic maintenance experience
• Ability to use fabrication and metalworking equipment such as lathes, drill presses, grinders, and precision measuring tools
• Welding experience preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to safety
• Ability to work effectively with teammates across the organization

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Safely work with tools, machinery, and maintenance equipment
• Wear required PPE, including safety glasses and steel-toe boots

At Watson Custom Tanks, you’ll be part of a team that takes pride in keeping our operation running safely and efficiently. We value teamwork, continuous improvement, and employees who enjoy tackling new challenges every day.