3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

• Base Pay $25.00 - $35.00 / Hour
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

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Maintenance Technician

Reports to – Maintenance Supervisor

• Ability to immediately respond to equipment needs on a priority basis during manufacturing
• Clean, organize and maintain work area (inclusive of inventory and maintenance parts storage)
• Perform scheduled equipment checks and repairs
• Read and understand technical material, OEM manuals and schematics
• Use hand tools and measuring equipment
• Process necessary documentation
• Operate tow motor
• On-the-job training provided

External qualifications required -

• Three to five years industrial maintenance in two or more of the following fields:
  • Mechanical – Tear down, rebuild and repair of various mechanical systems: forging presses, trim presses, cold saws, shears, shot blast machines, conveyors, cooling towers, 2 stage piston compressors, and other machines.
  • Electrical – Installation, troubleshooting, and repair of various PLC driven systems as well as 480v 3 phase systems. Induction billet heating furnaces, press control systems, and other equipment for the forging industry.
  • Hydraulic / pneumatic – Troubleshooting, repair and installation of various hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
  • Welding – MIG and Stick/Electrode.
  • Fabricating – Torch, plasma cutter, magnetic drill, Bridgeport operation, and various other tools used for fabricating. Design and build conveyors, chutes, diverters, and other equipment supporting the forging industry.
  • Building Maintenance – Plumbing, lighting, roof fans, HVAC, overhead cranes (hydraulic and electrical), Jib cranes, Gantry cranes, and other maintenance.

Viking Forge is a closed-die forging company in the U.S., thriving in a rapidly changing industry with increasing global competition, shorter product life cycles, and advanced automation and robotics. Our people are our most valuable asset, providing us with a true competitive edge.

At Viking Forge, we prioritize character over experience, offering comprehensive in-house training that empowers our team members to perform at the highest level. Our collaborative environment, performance-based incentives, and industry-leading benefits, including a 401k match, set us apart.

Certified to industry safety and quality standards, we foster a culture of continuous improvement. We hire individuals who embrace this mindset, driving innovation, challenging the status quo, and pushing the boundaries of our business.

Our commitment to quality products, exceptional service, and community impact is a direct reflection of the quality of our people. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of forging.