Electrical & Mechanical Technician - Plant Maintenance & PLC

Instinct; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

401k with company match

PTO and disability benefits

Job summary

Instinct is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the Lincoln, NE team. The role focuses on installation, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment to keep production running smoothly.

You will engage in special projects and preventative maintenance while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate brings mechanical aptitude, PLC/ladder logic familiarity, and a proactive approach to fault finding.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write and speak English.
• High school education required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs.
• Proficient with Outlook and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, modification, operation and maintenance of all facets of the plant.
• Respond quickly to production calls regarding equipment breakdowns.
• Minimize downtime and improve production efficiency.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Lead/Manager on urgent repairs.
• Work on special projects as assigned by Maintenance Manager.
• Perform PM activities as time permits.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Ladder logic reading

Schematics reading

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Self-motivation

Project planning

Communication

Physical stamina

Reading/writing English

Education

High school diploma

Electrical/Mechanical 2-year degree

Tools

PLC programming

Robotic controls

Outlook/Microsoft Office

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Instinct is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the Lincoln, NE team. The role focuses on installation, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment to keep production running smoothly.

You will engage in special projects and preventative maintenance while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate brings mechanical aptitude, PLC/ladder logic familiarity, and a proactive approach to fault finding.