Evening Maintenance Technician - Keep Equipment Running

Atterro; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec in Yankton, SD, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of equipment and facility systems. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, replace worn components, and document work to minimize downtime while supporting safe, compliant operations.

The role emphasizes mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, data entry, and collaboration with production teams to keep lines running efficiently in an industrial environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ year of work experience.
• Basic mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Forklift experience and valid driver’s license required.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel; strong safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on equipment, tools, and facility systems.
• Repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and plumbing components.
• Conduct equipment inspections, safety checks, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Fabricate parts and maintain shop equipment as needed.
• Support facility upkeep including lighting, painting, snow removal, and grounds maintenance.
• Assist with inventory handling, receiving, and warehouse operations.
• Document maintenance activities and complete data entry.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors on maintenance projects.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

MS Word & Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Epicor ERP

Lean Manufacturing

Class B CDL / DOT

Job description

Wabtec in Yankton, SD, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of equipment and facility systems. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, replace worn components, and document work to minimize downtime while supporting safe, compliant operations.

The role emphasizes mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, data entry, and collaboration with production teams to keep lines running efficiently in an industrial environment.