2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

Job Details

Job Location:

WAUNAKEE, WI 53597

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of machinery to support production uptime, quality, and on-time delivery. The technician applies mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic expertise while following all safety and regulatory requirements.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on fabrication equipment including press brakes, lasers, punches, weld cells, saws, and paint line systems
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance per established schedules
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and basic automation components
• Align, adjust, and calibrate machines to ensure optimal performance and quality
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and relocations

• Maintain facility systems such as compressed air, HVAC, lighting, and basic plumbing
• Coordinate with outside contractors for specialized repairs as needed

• Follow all OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and plant safety procedures
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions or behaviors
• Maintain compliance with electrical and mechanical safety standards

• Accurately document maintenance work, parts usage, and downtime
• Communicate equipment status and repair timelines to production leadership
• Recommend improvements to maintenance practices and equipment reliability

• Participate in root cause analysis of equipment failures
• Identify opportunities to reduce downtime, maintenance costs, and safety risks

• High school diploma or GED (technical or trade school preferred)
• 3–5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience with fabrication equipment (press brakes, lasers, punches)

• Demonstrates strong hands-on knowledge of industrial maintenance systems.
• Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures accurately
• Uses tools and test equipment safely and effectively
• Understands CNC and automated fabrication equipment fundamentals

• Identifies root causes and implements effective corrective actions.
• Systematically isolates equipment issues
• Balances short-term fixes with long-term reliability
• Uses data and experience to prevent recurring failures

• Consistently works in a safe and compliant manner.
• Adheres to LOTO and all safety procedures
• Recognizes hazards and takes corrective action
• Promotes a culture of safety within the maintenance and production teams

• Follows through on commitments and maintains high work standards.
• Completes preventive maintenance on schedule
• Takes ownership of equipment performance
• Maintains accurate maintenance records

• Works effectively with production and leadership teams.
• Clearly explains equipment issues and repair timelines
• Collaborates with operators to improve machine reliability
• Communicates maintenance needs proactively

• Seeks ways to improve equipment uptime and maintenance effectiveness.
• Suggests process and equipment improvements
• Participates in lean, TPM, or reliability initiatives
• Adapts to new technology and changing production needs

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with the ADA.

• Standing/Walking:
  Required to stand and walk on concrete floors for 8–10 hours per shift.
• Lifting/Carrying:
  Regularly lift and carry equipment and tools up to 35 lbs; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs with assistance or lifting devices.
• Pushing/Pulling:
  Move…