Industrial Maintenance Technician

ITW Shakeproof; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW Shakeproof in Watertown, Wisconsin, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to service and repair production equipment in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You will install equipment, perform routine maintenance, and align machines using precision tools to meet exact specifications.

The role requires reading blueprints, strong mechanical aptitude, and safe operation of tools such as mills, drills, and presses.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree preferred
• 3-5+ years maintenance experience; Apprenticeship or Journeyman experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions
• Forklift Truck Experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Understanding and compliance with safety rules and regulations
• Ability to navigate CMMS software or other PM software
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Internal drive and interest in personal development

Responsibilities

• Tests and repairs malfunctioning production equipment/machinery and notifies appropriate personnel
• Install equipment, machines, or programs to meet specifications
• Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determine what maintenance is needed
• Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, and micrometers
• Assemble and install equipment using hand and power tools
• Uses welding skills/equipment (TIG, Stick, Torch) to fabricate and repair chutes, conveyors, hoppers, etc.
• Basic knowledge to use, Milling Machine, Brake press, Drill press, and general machine shop equipment to modify dies, reels, Metal parts.
• Repair machinery, mill, drill press, and other tools as required.
• Understand hydraulic principles, pneumatic principles etc.
• Demonstrate high level of mechanical aptitude and must possess the knowledge of timing of cams and gears, how to set backlash, replace bushings.
• Maintains current knowledge and actively addresses safety and environmental issues.
• Other duties may include: janitorial, plumbing, pipefitting, painting, security, carpentry.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Communication

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Tools

CMMS software

Forklift experience

Machine shop equipment

Job description

• Tests and repairs malfunctioning production equipment/machinery and notifies appropriate personnel
• Install equipment, machines, or programs to meet specifications
• Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determine what maintenance is needed
• Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, and micrometers
• Assemble and install equipment using hand and power tools
• Uses welding skills/equipment (TIG, Stick, Torch) to fabricate and repair chutes, conveyors, hoppers, etc.
• Basic knowledge to use, Milling Machine, Brake press, Drill press, and general machine shop equipment to modify dies, reels, Metal parts.
• Repair machinery, mill, drill press, and other tools as required.
• Understand hydraulic principles, pneumatic principles etc.
• Demonstrate high level of mechanical aptitude and must possess the knowledge of timing of cams and gears, how to set backlash, replace bushings.
• Maintains current knowledge and actively addresses safety and environmental issues.
• Other duties may include: janitorial, plumbing, pipefitting, painting, security, carpentry.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Description

• Tests and repairs malfunctioning production equipment/machinery and notifies appropriate personnel
• Install equipment, machines, or programs to meet specifications
• Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determine what maintenance is needed
• Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, and micrometers
• Assemble and install equipment using hand and power tools
• Uses welding skills/equipment (TIG, Stick, Torch) to fabricate and repair chutes, conveyors, hoppers, etc.
• Basic knowledge to use, Milling Machine, Brake press, Drill press, and general machine shop equipment to modify dies, reels, Metal parts.
• Repair machinery, mill, drill press, and other tools as required.
• Understand hydraulic principles, pneumatic principles etc.
• Demonstrate high level of mechanical aptitude and must possess the knowledge of timing of cams and gears, how to set backlash, replace bushings.
• Maintains current knowledge and actively addresses safety and environmental issues.
• Other duties may include: janitorial, plumbing, pipefitting, painting, security, carpentry.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree from a Technical College preferred
• 3-5+ years maintenance experience; Apprenticeship or Journeyman experience preferred
• Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations
• Forklift Truck Experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to complete routine PM documents
• Understanding and compliance with safety rules and regulations
• Ability to navigate CMMS software or other PM software
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Internal drive and interest in personal development

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.