Maintenance Tech

AMERICAN PHOENIX INC; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

PTO

9 Paid Holidays

2 Personal Days Annually

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Short Term Disability

Employer Paid Long Term Disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Optional Paid Shower Time

Job summary

American Phoenix Inc. in Topeka, KS, seeks an entry-level Industrial Maintenance Technician to perform preventive and routine maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.

You will work with experienced technicians, develop hands-on skills in electrical, mechanical, and facility maintenance, and grow into a full Electro-Mechanical Technician role. The role includes safety training and PPE adherence.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of maintenance or mechanical experience OR technical/vocational training.
• Basic understanding of: mechanical systems; electrical components; pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Willingness to learn industrial electrical systems and automated equipment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Assist senior technicians with troubleshooting and repairs of machinery.
• Support facility and building maintenance activities.
• Help maintain spare parts and maintenance supply inventory.
• Communicate equipment issues with plant personnel and maintenance leadership.
• Assist with installation of new machinery and equipment.
• Operate basic metalworking tools and equipment for fabrication and repair.
• Follow all OSHA, safety, LOTO and HazCom requirements.
• Assist with safety equipment inspections and documentation.
• Work with contractors under supervision as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical understanding

Willingness to learn

Basic computer skills

Safety procedures

Education

Technical/vocational training

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician – Entry Level

Location: Topeka, KS
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Schedule can be modified with Plant Manager approval. On Call as needed
Department: Maintenance

Description

We want you on our team!

American Phoenix Pre-weighed Chemical Packaging division operates from five strategic locations: Topeka Kansas, Lawton Oklahoma, Fayetteville North Carolina and Danville Virginia. Initiated in 2004, American Phoenix designed, built and maintains it proprietary chemical weighing and packaging equipment. Pre-weigh services are utilized by large manufacturing companies requiring precisely weighed chemicals for use in rubber mixing. We provide both product reliability and economic value to a critical component of rubber mixing that makes your process more efficient.

This is an entry-level opportunity for a mechanically inclined individual looking to grow into an Industrial Maintenance career. You will work alongside experienced technicians while developing hands‑on skills in electrical, mechanical, and facility maintenance within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
• Assist senior technicians with troubleshooting and repairs of machinery
• Support facility and building maintenance activities
• Help maintain spare parts and maintenance supply inventory
• Communicate equipment issues with plant personnel and maintenance leadership
• Assist with installation of new machinery and equipment
• Operate basic metalworking tools and equipment for fabrication and repair
• Follow all OSHA, safety, LOTO requirements, and Hazard Communication (HazCom) requirements
• Assist with safety equipment inspections and documentation
• Work with contractors under supervision as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Nature & Scope

This position involves working in an industrial environment with exposure to chemicals, machinery, and moving equipment. Employees must follow company safety policies, wear required PPE, and participate in safety training programs. Communication and teamwork are essential to maintaining a safe and efficient operation.

Growth Opportunity

This role offers hands‑on training with the opportunity to advance into a full Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician position.

Benefits

401k (With Company Match)

PTO

9 Paid Holidays

2 Personal Days Annually

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Short Term Disability

Employer Paid Long Term Disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Optional Paid Shower Time at the end of each shift

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of maintenance or mechanical experience OR technical/vocational training
• Basic understanding of:
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical components
  • Pneumatics and hydraulics
• Willingness to learn industrial electrical systems and automated equipment
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work in industrial environments
• Ability to wear required PPE