Maintenance Tech $22.40 -$26.04

Deister Machine Company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Deister Machine Company in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician responsible for troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems. The successful candidate will perform repairs, preventative maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Qualified candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, technical knowledge of machinery, and strong problem-solving skills. The role requires a high school diploma and may include vocational training or certifications.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience with hoists/cranes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Must have physical aptitude to lift heavy loads and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures using diagnostic tools.
• Perform scheduled maintenance to prevent malfunctions.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical repairs

Problem solving

Tool proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or technical certifications

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Welding/fabrication tools

Job description

Indiana 1933 E Wayne St Fort Wayne, IN 46803, USA

• Equipment Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures using diagnostic tools, schematics, and blueprints.
• Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled inspections, calibrations, and servicing (e.g., cleaning and lubricating machinery) to prevent unexpected malfunctions.
• Mechanical Repairs: Repair or replace defective parts on overhead hoists/cranes, gearboxes, motors, company fleet, and hydraulic/pneumatic equipment.
• Electrical Diagnostics: Troubleshoot AC and DC both low‑voltage and high‑voltage, and automated controls.
• Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to facility safety regulations, including Arc Flash, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and OSHA standards.
• CMMS: (Computer Maintenance Management System) Track work orders, manage spare parts inventory, and document preventive maintenance in our CMMS. Generate, assign, and track pm and corrective work orders. Log equipment downtime, labor hours, and maintenance costs to maintain accurate historical data. Manage spare parts inventory.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Typically, 3-5 years of hands‑on industrial maintenance experience.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of hoists/cranes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems (including 480V three-phase circuits).
• Physical Aptitude: Ability to lift heavy loads, climb, bend, and occasionally work in confined or elevated spaces.
• Problem Solving: Critical thinking abilities and a proactive mindset to identify the root cause of equipment failures.
• Tool Proficiency: Familiarity with precision measuring tools, welding/fabrication, and basic hand/power tools.

Typical Education & Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Vocational training, technical certifications (e.g., in industrial mechanics or electrical technology), or a completed apprenticeship.
• Professional Working Proficiency in English. May be required to draft complex technical documentation, collaborate with remote teams, and present project updates to English‑speaking stakeholders.

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