Hands-On Maintenance Technician: Keep Production Running

Portlandchristian; Buckner (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Portlandchristian is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep production and facility equipment running safely and efficiently. This role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, routine maintenance, and quick response to breakdowns to minimize downtime.

The right candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years of maintenance or repair experience, with strong mechanical instincts and good teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of hands-on maintenance or repair experience in any field.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Keep accurate maintenance logs and repair records.
• Assist with equipment installs, upgrades, and modifications.
• Identify safety issues and help correct them.
• Support general facility maintenance as needed.
• Help production teams solve equipment-related issues on the floor.
• Track and maintain spare parts inventory and order supplies when needed.
• Look for ways to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.

Skills

Strong mechanical instincts

Good communication

Teamwork

Read manuals/diagrams

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maintenance tracking systems

Job description

Portlandchristian is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep production and facility equipment running safely and efficiently. This role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, routine maintenance, and quick response to breakdowns to minimize downtime.

The right candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years of maintenance or repair experience, with strong mechanical instincts and good teamwork skills.