Industrial Maintenance Tech

Olympus Filters LLC; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympus Filters LLC is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to install, maintain, and repair complex equipment across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems. You will diagnose failures, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and read detailed schematics and procedures.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in manufacturing, welding/fabrication experience, and the ability to support PLC programming and automation projects.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in manufacturing or production maintenance.
• Experience with PLC systems, troubleshooting, and industrial controls.
• Welding and fabrication experience required.
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment and control systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, dismantle, repair, overhaul, and rebuild equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
• Read, interpret, and develop technical documents and safety guidelines.
• Coordinate maintenance activities across facility operations.
• Support PLC programming, system configuration, and data communications as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Teamwork and communication

Overtime flexibility

Tools

PLC systems

Industrial controls

Welding tools

Job description

Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Essential Duties:

• Install, maintain, dismantle, repair, overhaul, and rebuild mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment.
• Troubleshoot and analyze equipment failures resulting from mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical malfunctions.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Possess and apply knowledge of bearings, power transmission equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication systems, fluid pumping systems, heat transfer, rigging, and mobile equipment operation.
• Perform welding fabrication and repairs while following established welding safety procedures and standards.
• Select appropriate welding processes, wire, machine settings, and material preparation methods for various applications.
• Assist in the design, fabrication, and welding of machine guards, mechanical structures, and specialized equipment.
• Perform carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and electrical repairs associated with facility maintenance projects.
• Read, interpret, and develop technical documents, maintenance procedures, operating instructions, and safety guidelines.
• Assist with coordinating maintenance activities across facility operations.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-controlled equipment and automated systems.
• Support PLC programming, system configuration, hardware troubleshooting, data communications, and application development as needed.
• Utilize microcomputer-based systems and equipment interfaces to support maintenance and operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support production and operational objectives.

Requirements

Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment required. Experience with PLC systems, troubleshooting, and industrial controls required. Welding and fabrication experience required. Experience with automated manufacturing equipment and control systems preferred.

Skills:

• Strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on maintenance experience, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance tools, equipment, and mobile equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Must be flexible, dependable, and have the ability to work overtime.
• Excellent ability to adhere to safety rules and procedures and safety minded.

Other Requirements:

• Must maintain excellent attendance record.
• Must pass drug test and physical.

Core Values:

All Olympus Filters employees, and employees of their subsidiaries, are required to perform their job duties in a manner that exemplifies our core values.

At Olympus Filters, our core values spell ELITE, reflecting the exceptional standards we uphold and the legacy we strive to build. Just as Mount Olympus symbolized the pinnacle of excellence and strength, our values guide us in creating filtration solutions that deliver ultimate purity and safety.

Our ELITE values—Excellence, Loyalty, Integrity, Teamwork, and Efficiency—define who we are, what we do, and why we do it. They inspire us to pursue superior quality, foster trust with our customers and teammates, and continuously improve our products and processes.

These values are more than ideals; they are the foundation of our culture and the expectations we set for ourselves. They shape the way we innovate, collaborate, and deliver meaningful solutions that improve environments and enhance lives.

By embracing these principles, every member of the Olympus Filters team plays a vital role in upholding our mission and achieving our vision. Together, we embody what it means to be ELITE creating a legacy of excellence that sets us apart and inspires confidence in everything we do.