Maintenance Technician

LAKE CABLE, LLC

Elkhart (IN)

On-site

USD 41,328 - 55,104

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

LAKE CABLE, LLC in Elkhart, Indiana, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service and repair manufacturing equipment, diagnose machine issues, and perform preventive maintenance to keep lines running at full capacity.

The role requires 2–5 years of experience, high school diploma or GED, and knowledge of electrical systems and safety standards. Shifts include 7am–3pm, 2pm–10pm, and 10pm–7am with differential depending on shift.

Qualifications

Completion of High School, GED or equivalent.
2–5 years experience as a Maintenance/Electrical Technician or similar.
Knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements (Lock Out/Tag Out, safety, waste handling).

Responsibilities

Dismantle, rebuild and reassemble machinery using hand and power tools.
Install wiring of electronic devices and electrical panels.
Install new and used equipment; follow electrical drawings/prints.
Perform preventive maintenance and repair of machinery.
Maintain ISO records and required documentation.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical wiring

Electrical controls

Read blueprints/diagrams

Written/verbal communication

Forklift experience

Independent worker

Willing to work overtime

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

OSHA knowledge

EPA requirements

Job description

Maintenance Technician

LAKE CABLE, LLC Elkhart, Indiana, United States

What would you say to a career that helps keep the world working? One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you.

For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications. BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER.

Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately‑owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business.

If you’re ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters…

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be a critical part of keeping our manufacturing team operating at full capacity! The Maintenance Technician responds to and troubleshoots electrical and/or mechanical problems, dismantling, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining existing machinery and equipment to keep our equipment at its optimal condition.

Essential Job Functions

Dismantle, rebuild and reassemble machinery using hand and power tools
Installs wiring of electronic devices
Installation of a wide range of new and used equipment
Wiring new electrical panels by following electrical drawings/prints
Installation of both water and electrical plumbing
Support required ISO documents/records associated with this department.
Observe and listen to operating machinery or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine the need for adjustments or repairs
Maintains the preventive maintenance on equipment, as scheduled
Complete yearly RCRA Hazardous Waste and DOT Initial Training/Annual Review

Skills and Abilities

Strong mechanical aptitude
Knowledge of electrical wiring and components
Experience with 120V, 240V, 480V 3 phase and low voltage controls
Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, diagrams and blueprints (German equipment)
Ability to work independently; self starter
May be requested to perform over‑time activities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Forklift driving experience desired

Qualifications

Completion of High School, GED or equivalent
2-5 of experience working as a Maintenance Technician or Electrical Technician, maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical problems
Knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements. (Examples: Lock Out/Tag Out, Pinch Points, electrical codes, HMIS/MSDS requirements, waste disposal.)
Must comply with all company rules and policies

Work Environment

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee operates within a plant environment. The employee is exposed to loud continuous noise from surrounding operating machinery.

Physical Demands

This is an active role as the employee will work in a manufacturing environment. While performing the essential functions of the job the employee will be required to stand, balance or walk on a consistent basis and may on a frequent basis be required to twist, turn, stoop, squat, kneel, bend or reach. The employee must use safe lifting techniques when lifting objects up to 50 pounds and carry out repetitive hand/wrist movements to include forearm rotation. Specific vision abilities required job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits