Industrial Maintenance Tech – Day Shift

DeKalb Health; Knox (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

JW Hicks in Knox, Indiana, is seeking an Experienced Maintenance Technician to join our growing team. The role focuses on maintaining refractory production machinery, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, and performing scheduled maintenance to minimize downtime.

The position is Monday-Friday, day shift with some overtime on Saturdays. Competitive pay, strong team environment, and opportunities for career growth are offered in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including PLCs and power systems.
• Experience with robotics is a plus.
• Must pass a post-offer drug screen and physical.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Competitive pay with merit-based increases.
• Career advancement opportunities in a growing company.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Paid time off and retirement plan options.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair production machinery and plant equipment per the company's preventative maintenance program
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Perform emergency and scheduled maintenance to minimize downtime
• Diagnose and replace defective components, ensuring proper testing and adjustments
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics for equipment servicing

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLCs

Power systems

Robotics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

JW Hicks in Knox, Indiana, is seeking an Experienced Maintenance Technician to join our growing team. The role focuses on maintaining refractory production machinery, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, and performing scheduled maintenance to minimize downtime.

The position is Monday-Friday, day shift with some overtime on Saturdays. Competitive pay, strong team environment, and opportunities for career growth are offered in a manufacturing setting.