Hands-On Industrial Maintenance Technician — Growth & Modern Equipment

Wayne State University; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Quad Cities Area, Iowa is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to join a growing manufacturing team. You will work on a variety of production equipment, improving electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, CNC equipment, and preventive maintenance.

The role welcomes both experienced technicians and technical graduates, emphasizing teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, with on-site responsibilities and collaboration with experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Must have technical training or hands-on maintenance experience.
• Experience in maintenance of production equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment, machinery, and facility systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical blueprints.
• Assist with the installation of new equipment, fixtures, and manufacturing systems.
• Complete maintenance work orders using a CMMS.
• Partner with production teams to resolve equipment issues quickly.
• Coordinate repairs with outside vendors and service technicians as needed.
• Maintain organized maintenance records and inventory of parts.
• Support 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and proactive maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Root cause analysis

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Industrial Maintenance Technology

Mechatronics

Electrical Technology

Tools

CMMS software

Hydraulic testing equipment

PLC basics

Job description

You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.

Location: Quad Cities Area, Iowa
Job Type: Full-Time
Company: Confidential Employer | Represented by Kade Search Co.

Launch Your Career in Industrial Maintenance

Are you the type of person who enjoys figuring out how things work, solving mechanical and electrical problems, and keeping equipment running at peak performance?

Our client is looking for an Industrial Maintenance Technician to join their growing manufacturing team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of production equipment while developing your skills in electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, CNC equipment, and preventive maintenance.

Whether you're an experienced maintenance technician or a recent graduate from a technical program, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who value teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

Troubleshoot and repair production equipment, machinery, and facility systems.

Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues.

Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical blueprints.

Assist with the installation of new equipment, fixtures, and manufacturing systems.

Complete maintenance work orders using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Partner with production teams to quickly resolve equipment issues.

Coordinate repairs with outside vendors and specialized service technicians when needed.

Maintain organized maintenance records, tools, and replacement parts inventory.

Support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and workplace organization.

Help improve equipment reliability through root cause analysis and proactive maintenance practices.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in candidates with technical training or hands-on maintenance experience.

Preferred Education

Industrial Maintenance Technology

Mechatronics

Electromechanical Technology

Electrical Technology

Automation Technology

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Manufacturing Technology

Related skilled trades or technical programs

Preferred Experience

Industrial or manufacturing maintenance

CNC equipment maintenance

Mechanical repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulics and pneumatics

Preventive maintenance

Blueprint and electrical schematic reading

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

Strong mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving mindset

Preventive maintenance experience

Mechanical and electrical repair

Root cause analysis

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong communication and organizational skills

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Stable, growing manufacturing company

Work with modern production equipment and technology

Variety—no two days are exactly the same

Hands-on work that keeps you learning

Opportunities for technical growth and advancement

Competitive pay based on experience

Successful candidates must be able to pass a background check, drug screening, and physical examination prior to employment.

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization (including H-1B or other employment-based visas), now or in the future.
• This is an on-site position located in the Quad Cities area. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.