Maintenance Tech II

Milwaukee Tool; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness facility

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to support our Olive Branch, MS facility. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and automated systems to keep production running safely and efficiently.

You will use CMMS daily, support TPM programs, and participate in continuous improvement projects while collaborating with cross‑functional teams. A high school diploma and 5+ years of maintenance experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and automated systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Experience with automated equipment and installation projects.
• OSHA safety training or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety protocols and LOTO rules to maintain a safe work environment.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, and automated systems.
• Operate and maintain lift equipment and power tools used in maintenance.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on HVAC, conveyors, and automated lines.
• Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives across the facility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on installations, upgrades, and layout changes.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Robotics/automation

Electrical/electronic diagnostics

Reading schematics/blueprints

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

PLC/HMI

Robot controllers

Automation equipment installation

Job description

Maintenance Technician II

Job Description

INNOVATE without boundaries! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide…. Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.

Your Role On Our Team As part of the Maintenance team, you'll help create and maintain a safe and productive environment that ensure the successes that our employees and customers have grown to expect.

You’ll Be DISRUPTIVE Through These Duties And Responsibilities

• Comply with, enforce, and actively promote all safety and LOTO protocols, OSHA standards and facility policies to ensure a safe work environment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical systems including motors, drives, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and manual and automated equipment.
• Operate and maintain a wide range of tools and equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts, power tools, and hand tools.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers, drain cleanout equipment, and related systems.
• Operate and maintain battery-changing equipment and chargers, including changing, watering, cleaning, and servicing industrial batteries.
• Perform electrical maintenance tasks including installation, troubleshooting, and repair of motors, lighting systems, outlets, switches, and conduit.
• Conduct general facility maintenance including plumbing, welding/fabrication, carpentry, drywall repair, soldering, and minor construction tasks.
• Fabricate custom parts, fixtures, brackets, and supports to meet production and facility requirements.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance (TPM) on critical systems including HVAC, air compressors, water systems, and ventilation equipment.
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document maintenance activities, manage work orders, and track inventory and MRO parts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including 6S, lean manufacturing, and energy efficiency projects.
• Perform routine building inspections and execute preventive and corrective maintenance to address facility-related issues promptly including rack/structural repair and replacement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support equipment installations, upgrades, relocations, and layout changes.
• Prioritize tasks effectively while maintaining compliance with budgetary constraints and operational requirements.
• Escort, monitor, and aid service vendors to ensure service level visibility.
• Support operations in Emergency Response situations, ensuring clear and concise direction and communication to ensure safety of associates and efficiency of operations.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of robotic systems, automated machinery, and related equipment.
• Assist with installation, setup, and deployment of new robots, conveyors automated storage systems, and control components.
• Quickly respond to automated system faults or emergency breakdowns to minimize operational downtime.
• Collaborate with WCS, IT, Operations, and support teams with system integration, troubleshooting, documenting, and resolving systemic failures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

The TOOLS You’ll Bring With You

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of maintenance experience
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills, diagnosing issues with mechanical systems, electronics, circuits, sensors, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Strong diagnostic and analytical skills to identify root causes quickly and efficiently in high-demand automated environments
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and solve unexpected mechanical or software issues
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and technical drawings
• Experience assisting with installation, configuration, and deployment of automated equipment

Other TOOLS We Prefer You To Have

• Engineering or Automation Degree or related certifications
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• 2+ years of experience with automated equipment or robotics
• Proficiency with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), HMIs, robot controllers, and automated logic
• OSHA safety training certifications

Working Conditions

Production

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, crouch, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds routinely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and work at heights using lifts or elevated platforms.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions including heat, cold, dust, noise, and confined spaces.
• Manual dexterity required to operate tools, equipment, and controls safely and effectively on elevated surfaces.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including fall protection, safety shoes, gloves, eye protection, and hearing protection.

We Provide These Great Perks And Benefits

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan
• Education assistance
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation (“Milwaukee Tool”) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking to employ and advance in employment qualified persons without discrimination and to not allow harassment of any employee or applicant because of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, physical or mental disability, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, and any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.