Lead Maintenance Technician – Maximize Fabrication Uptime

API Heat Transfer; Iron Ridge (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Generous PTO plan

11 paid holidays

Quarterly attendance bonuses

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

General Thermodynamics is seeking a Maintenance Technician Lead to drive reliability and enable peak production performance at our Iron Ridge facility. You will oversee maintenance activities on laser cutting equipment, CMM machines, welding systems, and facility infrastructure.

We value hands-on problem-solving, strong mechanical aptitude, and a track record of reducing downtime in fast-paced manufacturing settings. Join a team focused on Lean Cultural Change and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills.
• Fabrication experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain and support laser machines, welding systems, and CMM inspection equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Work safely and in compliance with OSHA and LOTO requirements.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical diagnostics

Manufacturing environment

Tools

CMM machines

Laser cutting equipment

Welding systems

Job description

General Thermodynamics is looking for people who enjoy being part of transformation. We have a new mission, new leaders, and are accelerating our path to Lean Cultural Change. We are looking for associates who look forward to coming to work and want to make a positive impact in maintenance support for the production team as aMaintenance Technician Lead.

What We Offer:

• Health and welfare benefits are eligible day 1, generous PTO plan, 11 paid holidays.
• Quarterly attendance bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match

We’re actively hiring and eager to bring a skilled Maintenance Technician onto our team at our Iron Ridge, WI fabrication and kitting facility. If you’re a hands‑on problem‑solver with strong mechanical aptitude and experience maintaining production equipment, we want to hear from you immediately.

About the Role

We are growing fast and need a technician who can jump in and keep our operation running at peak performance. You’ll work directly with laser cutting equipment, CMM machines, welding systems, and facility infrastructure. This is a high-impact role where your expertise directly reduces downtime and improves production flow.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain and support laser machines, welding systems, and CMM inspection equipment.
• Execute preventive maintenance with urgency and accuracy to prevent unplanned downtime.
• Ensure work is performed safely and in full compliance with OSHA and LOTO requirements.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience (fabrication experience is a strong plus).
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills — you know how to get equipment back online fast.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting where reliability matters.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tight spaces.
• Exposure to heat, noise, welding operations, and moving machinery.
• Use of PPE such as gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection as required.

Join Us Now

If you’re ready to step into a role where your skills truly make a difference, apply today. We’re ready to hire the right technician immediately.

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