1st Shift Maintenance Technician

Grover Corporation; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Grover Corporation is seeking a 1st Shift Maintenance Technician in Glendale, WI. This role involves performing maintenance on machines and facility systems, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of maintenance experience, a high school diploma, and strong mechanical aptitude. This position offers a regular 40-hour work week with opportunities for overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
• Knowledge of machining processes in piston ring manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machines.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and practices.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of hydraulics

Basic electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Experience with maintenance management systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training/certifications

Job description

Position: 1st Shift Maintenance Technician

Location: Glendale, WI

Job Id: 10062025

# of Openings: 1

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machines and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems including bearings, belts, hydraulics, pneumatics, seals, alignment, and coolant/oil systems.
• Assist with electrical and PLC troubleshooting alongside current maintenance staff.
• Perform welding (MIG/TIG), brazing and light fabrication for equipment and facility repairs.
• Monitor and maintain spare parts inventory for machines and facility systems to minimize downtime.
• Small part fabrication for custom equipment upkeep and repairs.
• Complete and document all work in maintenance logs and software (Maintain X).
• Coordinate with and learn from outside contractors to reduce reliance on third-party repairs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and machine guarding.
• Conduct general housekeeping and janitorial tasks as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Skill Required

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; technical training/certifications is a plus.
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and general troubleshooting.
• Basic electrical knowledge: exposure to PLC troubleshooting is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
• Experience using maintenance management systems (e.g., Maintain X).
• Knowledge of machining processes, equipment, and tooling used in piston ring manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow written or oral instructions.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Physical Requirements

• Regular 40+ hour work week (Monday through Thursday, 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM).
• Overtime as needed to meet production demands, including Fridays and/or Saturdays.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, or reaching in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently; team lift required for heavier items.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other manufacturing equipment.