Maintenance Technician-1st Shift

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (2nd shift) Compensation: $24 to $34 per hr with shift differential Schedule: 1st Shift/Monday-Friday 5 am-3:30 pm Occasional SATURDAYMAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN POSITION SUMMARYThe Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and systems in a foundry/factory environment. This includes troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial machinery, furnaces, hydraulic systems, conveyors, and other foundry equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safe, continuous operations.MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProven ability to perform preventive maintenance on foundry machinery and equipment such as furnaces, molding machines, sand systems, shakeout equipment, conveyors, cranes, and hoists.Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.Experience diagnosing equipment failures, performing root-cause analysis, and implementing effective repairs to minimize downtime.Proficiency in welding and fabrication for repair or modification of equipment parts.Working knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and programming.Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) for logging maintenance activities and tracking parts usage.Ability to install and assist in the startup of new machinery and equipment.Experience in performing routine tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting machines, while monitoring for signs of excessive wear, abnormal noise, vibration, or overheating.Demonstrated commitment to safety practices, including proper use of lockout/tagout (LOTO) and PPE.Capable of identifying equipment issues through sound, vibration, and operational behavior, and collaborating with production and engineering teams to resolve them.Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records, manage spare parts, and keep a clean, organized maintenance area.All other duties as assigned.MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a foundry or heavy manufacturing environment.High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.Electrical certification or journeyman status is a plus.Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and foundry-specific regulations.Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.Able to work independently and within a team, especially during off-hours.MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN WORK ENVIRONMENTRegular exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and vibrationFrequent exposure to extreme temperatures and high noise levelsRegular exposure to dirt and dustMAINTENANCE TECHNICAN BENEFITSHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401k MatchPaid Time Off PTOPaid Short Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityCompensation details: 24-32 Hourly WagePIcd36a5d116b2-38250-40128955