Maintenance Tech I — Rapid Downtime Repairs

Wabash; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k with match

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Wabash in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to support production by reducing downtime and completing planned maintenance. This on-site role requires hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional team.

You will work 8 hours per day with overtime and weekends as needed, follow safety policies, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Basic reading, writing, & verbal skills.
• Prior experience with Mechanical, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electrical (24DC, 120/277/480AC) systems. Methodical problem solving to identify root cause of breakdowns.
• Ability to work on projects both individually and cross functionally.
• Must be capable of rapidly responding, adapting to changing and nonstandard situations, while remaining thorough and safety conscious during entire process.
• Must have good mechanical aptitude, knowledge of tools (power and hand), ability to make detailed measurements using instruments, including but not limited to, tape measures, micrometers, and dial calipers.
• Experience using SAP and SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) is a plus
• The desired candidate will have 1-3 years’ experience in any related field.
• Excellent Communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of ladder logic preferred.
• Knowledge of 480-volt AC/DC motor controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support production by minimizing equipment downtime, providing prompt response times.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance and planned production equipment repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair issues with mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Perform minor tasks on electrical components such as sensors, fuses, breakers, etc.
• Follow safety policies and practices while maintaining Wabash’s Leadership Principles and Values.
• The Maintenance Technician I position is expected to work 8 hours/day, including mandatory overtime and weekends.
• Ability to work on projects both individually and with a cross-functional team.
• Hours for this position vary based on the shift assigned.
• Perform other duties as needed or required.

Skills

Drug screen

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading/writing/verbal

Safety conscious

Cross-functional teamwork

Root-cause analysis

Measurement tools

SAP PM

Experience 1-3 years

Ladder logic

Motor controls 480V

Tools

Volt/Ohm meter

Combination wrenches

Pliers

Allen wrenches

Hammer

Screwdriver

Job description

Wabash in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to support production by reducing downtime and completing planned maintenance. This on-site role requires hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional team.

You will work 8 hours per day with overtime and weekends as needed, follow safety policies, and contribute to continuous improvement.