Maintenance Mechanic

Leonardo DRS; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Telemedicine

Paid time off

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in Menomonee Falls, WI is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to support our engineering facility. The role requires senior carpentry and facilities maintenance knowledge to keep equipment running smoothly. This hourly, union‑represented position runs Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM with flexible start times.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability insurance, telemedicine and paid time off. U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5+ years of related maintenance experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to operate and maintain tools, equipment, and systems.
• Strong problem-solving, reading blueprints, and preventative maintenance skills.
• Additional technical education or hands-on training is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair equipment and systems within the facility.
• Inspect maintenance equipment such as lifts, fork trucks, and cranes.
• Load/unload tractor trailers using overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Rig large equipment for lifting; transport cabinets using crawler systems.
• Oversee preventive maintenance schedules and work orders in CMMS.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain organized storage areas.
• Complete paperwork for materials and parts; ensure verification in CMMS.
• Contribute to cost-saving strategies without compromising safety or quality.

Skills

Carpentry

Facilities maintenance

Problem-solving

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scissor lift

Boom lift

Fork trucks

Overhead cranes

Job description

Job description:

Job ID:114316

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS in Menomonee Falls, WI is now hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to work in our world-class engineering facility. Our ideal candidate will have senior-level knowledge of carpentry and facilities maintenance to ensure our equipment is running on all cylinders daily!

This is an hourly paid, union represented role working Monday thru Friday from approximately 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. We offer flexible start times.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain and/or repair equipment and/or systems within the facility within area of expertise
• Inspect and maintain maintenance equipment including scissor lift, single man lifts, boom lift, utility cars and fork trucks
• Ability to load and unload tractor trailers with the use of overhead cranes and industrial forklifts
• Rigging of large equipment for lifting purposes
• Transport large electrical cabinets using a Traksporter crawler system
• Oversee maintenance schedule to ensure regular and preventive maintenance work assignments are completed when required
• Perform service calls, repairs, and equipment installations
• Knowledge of troubleshooting, diagnostic evaluations, and routine inspections on physical plant systems and equipment as required
• Oversee an inventory of parts and tools, and keep assigned storage areas clean and organized
• Follow company and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines in daily work routines and assignments
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures
• Complete appropriate paperwork in a proper manner for the purchase, stocking, and/or use of all materials, parts, and components required for work order completion
• Using Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS), ensure work orders contain appropriate and accurate information before submitting completed work orders
• Recommends cost savings strategies and techniques that will not compromise quality and individual safety
• Strong carpentry skills needed for construction of engineering and test fixtures
• Strong Facilities skills recommended. Painting, drywall repair, office furniture construction and basic building maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent + at least 5 years of related maintenance experience in a manufacturing facility
• Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain a variety of tools, equipment, and systems
• Essential skills include problem-solving, reading blueprints, and preventative maintenance
• Additional technical education or certifications or hands-on experience from apprenticeships and on-the-job training is highly preferred

U.S. Citizenship required.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.