Maintenance Technician

Wieland Group; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life insurance

401(k) contribution & match

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Growth opportunities globally

Commitment to sustainability

Job summary

A global manufacturing firm in East Alton, IL, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. Responsibilities include performing quality repairs, preventive maintenance, and collaborating with the operations team. Candidates should have at least five years of industrial experience, strong judgment, and a high school diploma. This position offers a starting pay of $42.87/hr, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of heavy industrial/maintenance experience or an apprenticeship certification.
• Experience with large drive train systems including gearboxes and sleeve bearings.
• Dependable and consistent attendance with capability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the operations department for constant improvement.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing work order documentation.
• Adhere to safety procedures and report issues to the Supervisor.

Skills

Heavy industrial/maintenance experience

Rigging experience

Repairing mechanical transmission equipment

Repairing fluid power systems

General equipment breakdown maintenance

Manual dexterity

Strong judgment and attention to detail

Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Personal set of tools

Job description

Overview

Wieland is hiring a Maintenance Technician in the East Alton, IL facility. The Maintenance Technician will work with the operating crew to minimize downtime, maximize productivity, and decide how a mechanical repair should proceed. They will perform quality repairs the first time, handle complex mechanical and fluid repair tasks, and perform preventive maintenance on varied mechanical and fluid systems.

Starting Pay: $42.87/hr

Schedule: Rotating/Swinging

Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly

Responsibilities

• Work in alignment with Wieland's core values and abide by the 8 Golden Rules of Safety.
• Collaborate with the operations department for constant improvement.
• Work with team members to achieve department goals.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing work order documentation and data entry into the computerized maintenance system.
• Adhere to Wieland and OSHA safety procedures, report issues to the Supervisor, Safety, or HR.
• Follow daily procedures, work instructions, control plans, and protocols outlined during orientations and training.
• Attend meetings and refresher courses to maintain and develop skills.
• Perform general labor tasks as required.
• Maintain daily housekeeping of the work area.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of heavy industrial/maintenance experience or an apprenticeship certification.
• Experience with mounting and setting equipment (rigging experience desired), repairing mechanical transmission equipment, repairing fluid power systems, general equipment breakdown maintenance, and heavy equipment.
• Experience with large drive train systems including gearboxes, drive spindles, and sleeve bearings.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations, including consistent use of protective gear.
• Capability to stand, balance, walk, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, twist, or crouch.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders to and from work areas.
• Dependable and consistent attendance.
• Availability to work mandatory overtime.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Manual dexterity for handling and manipulating items, samples, and tools.
• Provide and maintain a personal set of tools necessary to perform daily job responsibilities.
• Strong judgment and ability to ask questions when needed.
• Attention to detail and consistent alertness to ensure safety.
• Prioritization of safety in all tasks.
• Vision abilities, including close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Millwright experience is a plus.
• Experience operating manual conventional lathes, boring mills, conventional mills, and all related machine shop equipment is a plus.
• Experience fabricating light gauge guarding and repairing metal products using MIG, TIG, Arc, or Stick welding is a plus.
• CNC machining skills are a plus.
• Understanding of infrared, acoustics, and other predictive maintenance practices is considered a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• 401(k) contribution & match.
• Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth opportunities with over 8,000+ employees worldwide.
• Commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly solutions.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.