Maintenance Technician

Software Placement Group, SPG; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Charles City, IA to keep production lines running by disassembling, repairing, and reassembling machinery and handling special maintenance projects. The role involves troubleshooting CNC and manual equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and maintaining detailed records.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of vocational training or 6+ years in maintenance, strong knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and

Qualifications

• 2–4 years vocational training or a minimum of 6 years’ experience in a related maintenance field.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, blueprints and memos.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot manual and CNC equipment to identify problems and perform repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all production equipment per work orders.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Read and interpret schematics and design/implement controls for projects.
• Lead or mentor junior staff and coordinate with external contractors.

Skills

Troubleshooting

CNC equipment

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Programmable logic controllers

Reading schematics

3-phase motors

Education

Vocational training or equivalent experience

Job description

Location: Charles City, Iowa | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: $35-40/hour (approximately $35,000-$40,000 annually based on standard full-time hours)

Overview

An established manufacturing plant is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to keep its production operations running smoothly. This role is central to plant reliability, covering the disassembly, repair, and reassembly of production machinery, along with special maintenance projects.

What you'll do

• Troubleshoot manual and CNC equipment to identify problems and perform repairs
• Perform preventative maintenance on all production equipment per work order instructions
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs performed, and parts used
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repair work on plant equipment and CNCs
• Work with voltage of 240v-480v
• Diagnose and troubleshoot motor controls on 3-phase equipment and control circuits
• Troubleshoot and repair machine malfunctions and mechanical problems
• Read and interpret schematics
• Design and implement needed controls for new or refurbished projects
• Help initiate equipment procedures when updates have been instigated
• Repair equipment by removing defective parts, replacing with new or usable parts, and testing for adequate repair
• Identify parts needed for repair and obtain quotes to purchase parts
• Relocate machinery when needed
• Make repairs to various plant units such as heating, cooling, and test equipment
• Assist in other areas of maintenance as needed
• Demonstrate leadership skills by guiding junior team members or coordinating with external contractors

Required qualifications

• 2- 4 years vocational training or a minimum of 6 years’ experience in a related maintenance field
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, blueprints, correspondence, and memos
• Prior maintenance troubleshooting experience with production equipment
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
• Knowledge of programmable logic controls
• Ability to work with voltage of 240v-480v
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting motor controls on 3-phase equipment

Preferred qualifications

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Compensation and benefits

• $35-40/hour (approximately $35,000-$40,000 annually based on standard full-time hours)

Why this role

This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in plant reliability, working hands-on with CNC and production equipment while leading and mentoring junior maintenance staff.