Industrial Maintenance Technician — Hydraulics & Welding

Rea Magnet Wire Company; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 45,460 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401k & 401k matching

Health Savings Account

Educational Assistance/Tuition Reimb.

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Job summary

Rea Magnet Wire Company is seeking a Lafayette-area LAF Maintenance Tech to support production through mechanical and hydraulic maintenance, with a focus on preventive maintenance across plant equipment. The role requires hands-on skills in welding, machine alignment, piping installs and safety compliance.

The position emphasizes strong troubleshooting, teamwork, and adherence to OSHA safety requirements, with a 12-hour night shift and competitive hourly pay plus a shift premium.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of proven experience in mechanical, hydraulic, piping and pneumatic fields in a manufacturing environment.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment and piping systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to become RCRA trained.
• Mobile Equipment Certification including powered industrial trucks and aerial platforms.
• Ability to work at various heights and equipment levels.
• Experience with preventative maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, piping, boiler, steam, cooling tower and pneumatic equipment and systems.
• Bearings, shaft, coupler installation and alignment.
• Gearbox and fluid pump rebuild and installation.
• Basic maintenance welding (Mig, Stick, Tig).
• Threading and piping installation (black, stainless, copper).
• Industrial motor installation, alignment and balancing.
• Rigging and installation requirements for industrial machines.
• Maintain lubrication for equipment and records of maintenance.
• Assist other maintenance staff and operators as needed.

Skills

Mechanical

Hydraulics

Piping systems

Pneumatic systems

Manufacturing

Problem solving

Learning orientation

Job description

Rea Magnet Wire Company is seeking a Lafayette-area LAF Maintenance Tech to support production through mechanical and hydraulic maintenance, with a focus on preventive maintenance across plant equipment. The role requires hands-on skills in welding, machine alignment, piping installs and safety compliance.

The position emphasizes strong troubleshooting, teamwork, and adherence to OSHA safety requirements, with a 12-hour night shift and competitive hourly pay plus a shift premium.