Maintenance Tech: Precision Equipment & OEM Collaboration

Klöckner & Co SE; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision

HSA

Wellness stipend

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401k plan

Disability insurance

Adoption assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Klöckner & Co SE in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for coordinating all OEM equipment preventive maintenance and internal breakdown response to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The role involves working with OEMs on lasers, plasma, press brakes, CNC mills, and forklifts up to 45,000 pounds; performing repairs, maintaining spares, and documenting work orders in the maintenance system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and technical background or trade/vocational training.
• 2+ years mechanical experience required; agricultural or automotive a plus.
• Strong electrical, hydraulics, air brakes and diesel engines knowledge; transmissions and clutches experience.
• Good communication; able to work without direct supervision.
• Physically able to lift heavy components; outdoor work in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Complete preventive maintenance requests and coordinate OEM service for production equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment by observing operation and working with OEMs.
• Maintain and stock spare parts; document work orders in maintenance software.
• Coordinate with contractors; ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Support continuous improvement and keep the work area clean.

Skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Diesel engines

Preventive maintenance

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/vocational training preferred

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Klöckner & Co SE in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for coordinating all OEM equipment preventive maintenance and internal breakdown response to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The role involves working with OEMs on lasers, plasma, press brakes, CNC mills, and forklifts up to 45,000 pounds; performing repairs, maintaining spares, and documenting work orders in the maintenance system.