Industrial Maintenance Technician II - 1st Shift

Amentum company; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Paid time off and holidays

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician II in Waukesha, WI to join a team of multi-skilled technicians in a manufacturing facility. The role supports preventive maintenance on production equipment and facilities systems, following established safety procedures and CMMS workflows.

Responsibilities include inspections, lubrication, data gathering for predictive maintenance and minor repairs, while maintaining flexibility to meet critical business needs. overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Entry-level experience responding to work orders with limited troubleshooting.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on production and facilities equipment.
• Ability to inspect and assess mechanical systems including sprockets, chains, motors, gearboxes and bearings.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Lubricate moving parts and replace filters as scheduled.
• Gather data for predictive maintenance analyses (oil, vibration, ultrasound, infrared).
• Operate tools and diagnostic hardware to complete maintenance tasks.
• Follow safety guidelines, lockout/tagout procedures and PPE requirements.

Skills

Entry-level maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting basics

Safety compliance

Tools

CMMS

Diagnostic tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician II to join our team of multi-skilled technicians in a manufacturing facility in Waukesha, WI

• Work Schedule is Monday – Friday, 1st Shift ; 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, workdays and hours may vary based on critical business demand. Must be willing to work overtime when required.

The Industrial Maintenance Technician II is responsible for providing an entry-level of experience in responding to work orders with limited troubleshooting, and providing preventive maintenance on the production and facilities equipment, fixtures and systems in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; performing inspections; checking sprockets, chains, motors, gearboxes, bearings and related mechanisms in an industrial production setting; lubrication; cleaning; filter changes; and minor repairs to equipment. Other responsibilities include data gathering for predictive maintenance technologies including oil analysis, vibration analysis, ultrasound analysis and infrared thermography analysis. Lubricates moving parts with specified lubricants.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform corrective actions from findings generated from Predictive Maintenance technologies.




• Inspect and receive new Lubricant deliveries.




• Performs preventive maintenance as scheduled in CMMS




• Recommends measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.




• Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tagout procedures and wearing PPE as required.




• Operates a variety of equipment such as hand tools, laptop computers and diagnostic hardware to perform work.




• Maintains a strict schedule in order to be successful in the assignment yet demonstrates flexibility in the day-to-day activities and scheduling for the benefit of the customer.




• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

• Industrial maintenance experience 0 – 2 years

Additional Information:

• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.




• This position may require a valid Driver’s License.




• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.




• This position will require the ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.




• This position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.




• Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.




• Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift.




• Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitive for shift.




• Requires the ability to regularly move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.




• Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.




• Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.




• Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife.




• Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.




• Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.




• Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.

Special Requirements:

• Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.




• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.

Other Attributes:

• Must be willing to work overtime when required. May be required to work holidays and weekends.

Compensation Details:

18-24

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and holidays


• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)


• Educational reimbursement


• Parental leave


• Employee stock purchase plan


• Tax‑saving options


• Disability and life insurance


• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

09/04/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.