Maintenance Technician

Legacy Manufacturing; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant d'entreprise

Job summary

Legacy Manufacturing in Marion, IA seeks a Maintenance Technician to support production equipment and building maintenance in a light manufacturing setting. The role involves multi-craft, hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safe operation with independent work.

Responsibilities include repairing conveyors, sensors, motors, and electrical controls, performing PMs, and maintaining facility systems. Prior experience and technical skills are essential for reliability.

Qualifications

• Technical school degree required and 2-3 years of facilities maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting ability and diagnostics (multimeter, 120–480V).
• Ability to read technical schematics and use diagnostic tools effectively.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment including conveyors, packaging equipment, sensors, motors.
• Replace bearings, belts, chains, rollers, gearboxes, and drive components.
• Diagnose electrical controls such as photoeyes, proximity switches, relays, and contactors.
• Repair pneumatic systems, maintain lubrication, and perform preventive maintenance inspections.
• Maintain building systems (lighting, docks, doors, plumbing fixtures) and assist with HVAC tasks.
• Respond to downtime events and restore operation safely; document work and communicate issues.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical ability

Hand and power tools

PLC systems

Education

Technical school degree

Tools

CMMS software

Ohmmeters

Job description

Legacy Manufacturing - Marion, IAThe Maintenance Technician supports both production equipment and building maintenance in a light manufacturing environment. This is a multi-craft, hands-on role that troubleshoots equipment, performs preventive maintenance, and helps keep the facility running safely and reliably, calling for practical mechanical ability and electrical troubleshooting experience and the ability to work independently.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: includes the following.Troubleshoot and repair production equipment (conveyors, packaging equipment, sensors, motors)Replace bearings, belts, chains, rollers, gearboxes, and drive componentsDiagnose electrical controls (photoeyes, proximity switches, relays, contactors)Repair pneumatic systems (air lines, cylinders, valves)Perform preventive maintenance inspections and lubricationMaintain building systems (lighting, docks, doors, plumbing fixtures)Assist with compressors, HVAC filter changes, and utilitiesRespond to equipment downtime and restore operation safelyDocument work performed and communicate equipment issuesRequired QualificationsTechnical school degree2-3 years of proven experience in facilities maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environmentBasic electrical troubleshooting ability (multimeter, 120–480V diagnostics)Ability to use hand and power toolsComfortable working around operating machineryAbility to read technical schematics and use diagnostic tools such as ohmmeters effectivelyPreferred QualificationsStrong electrical experience, including working with schematics and PLC systemsMechanical knowledge with skills in welding and troubleshooting mechanical systemsFamiliarity with CMMS software for work order managementPneumatics repair experienceWelding or fabrication basicsForklift or lift equipment experiencePhysical RequirementsProlonged periods of standingMust be able to lift up to 50 poundsMust have adequate vision, with or without glasses or lenses, to readMust have high manual dexterityMust be able to reach above shoulder level to workMust be able to bend, squat, sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, twist, and turnTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.About Legacy ManufacturingFounded in 1986 as a division of Weems Industries, Inc., Legacy Manufacturing Company is a family-owned business based in Marion, Iowa that engineers and manufactures durable, high-performance tools and equipment for professional and consumer use, including the Flexzilla, SmartFlex, Workforce, ColorConnex, and Lock N Load brands. Our mission is simple: empowering customers to reach their full potential through our trusted brands and exceptional products.DisclaimerThis job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may change based on business needs, and employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Legacy Manufacturing Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a supporter of affirmative action with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to membership in any protected class by federal, state, and/or local laws.