Maintenance

LBT, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

LBT, Inc. is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery, utilities, and facility equipment in Omaha, Nebraska.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, install and test machinery, and document all work in CMMS, contributing to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. The role requires reading schematics and work instructions, coordinating with teams and vendors, and maintaining a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with industrial maintenance background.
• Experience or training in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, electrical, or related program.
• Working knowledge of mechanical power transmission, motors, bearings, pumps, conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and ability to use diagnostic instruments.
• Ability to read manuals/schematics and work instructions safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery, utilities, and facility equipment according to established schedules.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic control-system issues.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns, identify root causes, and complete durable repairs to reduce repeats.
• Install, align, adjust, and test machinery, components, and safety devices.
• Read and interpret manuals, schematics, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Document labor, parts, findings, and completed work in CMMS or other records.
• Maintain tools, spare parts, and work areas in a clean, safe condition.
• Support upgrades, continuous improvement, changeovers, and new installations.
• Coordinate maintenance with production, quality, engineering, vendors, and contractors.
• Follow lockout/tagout, electrical safety, machine guarding, confined-space, hot-work safety procedures.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical power transmission

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Diagnostics tools

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Industrial maintenance training

Mechatronics background

Tools

CMMS

PLC knowledge

Job description

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery, utilities, and facility equipment according to established schedules.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic control-system issues.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, identify root causes, and complete durable repairs that reduce repeat failures.
• Install, align, adjust, and test machinery, components, and safety devices.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Use computerized maintenance management systems or other records to document labor, parts, findings, and completed work.
• Maintain tools, spare parts, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Support equipment upgrades, continuous improvement projects, changeovers, and new installations.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production, quality, engineering, vendors, and contractors.
• Follow lockout/tagout, electrical safety, machine-guarding, confined-space, hot-work, and other applicable safety procedures.
• Participate in required training and perform other related duties as assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Complete assigned work safely, accurately, and within operational priorities.
• Communicate equipment status, risks, parts needs, and follow-up actions clearly.
• Help reduce unplanned downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Comply with company policies, quality requirements, and applicable regulations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Relevant industrial maintenance experience or completion of an industrial maintenance, mechatronics, electrical, or related technical program.
• Working knowledge of mechanical power transmission, motors, bearings, pumps, conveyors, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills and ability to use common diagnostic instruments.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, and maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to understand technical instructions and communicate effectively with team members.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize urgent repairs, and participate in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers, variable-frequency drives, robotics, or automated equipment.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Applicable trade license, certification, or formal apprenticeship training.

Work Schedule

This position may require shift work, overtime, weekends, holidays, call-ins, or participation in an on-call rotation based on operational needs.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, and work in confined or elevated areas; use hands for tools and controls; and lift or move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Work may occur around moving machinery, electrical equipment, noise, dust, oils, chemicals, temperature changes, and other industrial conditions. Required personal protective equipment must be worn.

Safety Responsibilities

Safety is an essential function of this position. The employee must identify and report hazards, stop work when unsafe conditions exist, follow energy-control procedures, and comply with all site safety rules and training requirements.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job description summarizes the primary duties and qualifications of the position. It is not intended to list every responsibility, and duties may change based on business needs.

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