Machine Maintenance Tech 1

Lake Cable

Valparaiso (IN)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 41,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid Parental Leave

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Production bonus

Competitive pay

Job summary

Lake Cable in Valparaiso, IN is seeking a Machine Maintenance Tech 1 to help keep our manufacturing lines running at full capacity. You will troubleshoot, dismantle, repair, and maintain existing machinery and participate in installing new equipment, with preventative maintenance as needed.

You should have a High School diploma or GED and 6–12 months in a maintenance role, be comfortable reading electrical prints, and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required.
6–12 months of maintenance experience recommended.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a plant environment.

Responsibilities

Observe machinery to diagnose malfunctions and determine repairs.
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment.
Dismantle, rebuild and reassemble machinery with hand and power tools.
Install wiring of electronic devices as instructed.
Assist in installing new and used equipment.
Follow electrical prints for wiring and panel work.
Assist in installing plumbing where needed.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Read & interpret manuals/diagrams

Basic mathematic calculations

English communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Electrical wiring

Electrical prints/diagrams

Job description

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Machine Maintenance Tech 1

Maintenance Regular Full-Time Valparaiso, IN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1214

Salary Range: $27.00 To $30.00 Hourly

What would you say to a career that helps keep the world working? One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you.

For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications . BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER.

Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately‑owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business.

If you’re ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters…

Job Summary

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be a critical part of keeping our manufacturing team operating at full capacity! The Maintenance Technician assists in the troubleshooting, dismantling, rebuilding, repairing and maintaining of existing machinery and equipment. Works along with others on the installation of both new and existing equipment. Performs scheduled preventative maintenance as necessary.

Essential Job Functions

Observe and listen to operating machinery or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine the need for adjustments or repairs
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, as scheduled
Dismantle, rebuild and reassemble machinery using hand and power tools
Installs wiring of electronic devices as instructed
Assists in the installation of a wide range of new and used equipment
Assist in wiring new electrical panes by following electrical print
Assist in the installation of both water and electrical plumbing

Knowledge

Good general working knowledge of the manufacturing process and machine design
Knowledge of the basic use of power tools (Electrical & Pneumatic)
Knowledge of applicable safety, health and environmental requirements for performing the job
Working knowledge of mechanical/electrical principles/concepts

Skills and Abilities:

Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to read and interpret basic maintenance manuals, basic diagrams/blueprints
Competency in performing basic mathematic calculations
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Efficient time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail with consistent accuracy
The ability to read and communicate information and ideas both in spoken and written form in English so others will understand

Qualifications

High School diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Six to twelve months of experience working in a maintenance group, maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical issues

Work Environment

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee operates within a plant environment and routinely uses various tools and operates various machines. The employee is exposed to vibration and loud continuous noise from operating machinery

Physical Demands

While performing the essential functions of the job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand or walk, use hands to handle, grasp and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crawl or squat as well as lift up to 50 pounds.

Benefits