Maintenance Technician

Lineage; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Lineage is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician in Grand Island, NE to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment and systems. You will work with an experienced maintenance team and may gain exposure to industrial refrigeration systems.

The role includes overtime, on-call rotation, and occasional weekend rounds. The position emphasizes preventive maintenance, documentation of activities, and safe operation of tools in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of maintenance experience or a combination of maintenance experience and technical/trade school training.
• Experience in industrial, building, or material handling equipment maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude with hand and power tool use.
• Basic computer skills and a stable work history.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to commute within a 40–50 mile radius of Grand Island.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on facility equipment and building systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural issues to minimize downtime.
• Assist with inspections and basic maintenance of refrigeration equipment (ammonia refrigeration experience a plus).
• Operate maintenance equipment safely and document inspections and repairs.
• Complete work orders and communicate concerns and repair recommendations to leadership.
• Follow safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Work overtime, on-call rotation, and occasional weekends as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Troubleshooting

Welding equipment

Valid driver's license

Basic computer skills

Stable work history

Education

Technical/trade school training

Tools

Welding equipment

Lifts

Industrial hand tools

Job description

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Overtime, on-call rotation, and occasional weekend rounds required.

We're looking for a hands‑on Maintenance Technician to help keep our facility operating safely and efficiently. In this role, you'll install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment that supports our daily operations. You'll work alongside an experienced maintenance team and can expand your skills, including exposure to industrial refrigeration systems.

If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, working with your hands, and building a long‑term career in industrial maintenance, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on facility equipment, machinery, and building systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural issues to minimize downtime.
• Assist with inspections and basic maintenance of industrial refrigeration equipment (ammonia refrigeration experience is a plus).
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on material handling equipment following manufacturer and company guidelines.
• Complete maintenance work orders and accurately document inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Communicate equipment concerns and repair recommendations to leadership.
• Safely operate power tools, welding equipment, lifts, and other maintenance equipment as needed.
• Follow all company safety policies and regulatory requirements while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other maintenance‑related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• At least 1 year of maintenance experience or a combination of maintenance experience and technical/trade school training.
• Experience in one or more of the following:
  • Industrial or manufacturing maintenance
  • Building or property maintenance
  • Material handling equipment maintenance
  • Mechanical or automotive repair
  • Hotel or facilities maintenance
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.
• Valid driver's license.
• Stable work history with a desire to build a long‑term career.
• Candidates should reside within approximately 40–50 miles of the Grand Island facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in industrial refrigeration or cold storage environments.
• Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Experience working in food manufacturing, distribution, warehouse, or industrial environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in temperatures ranging from -20°F in freezer environments to 100°F in dry storage areas while wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces throughout the shift.
• Ability to work overtime, participate in an on‑call rotation, and work occasional weekends as business needs require.
• Some locations may require working at heights and in environments with elevated noise levels.

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Benefits

• Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.