Maintenance Technician

Redwood Materials; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Materials is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join a high-growth team in the United States. The role focuses on maximizing machine availability through troubleshooting, installation, repair, and preventive maintenance across production lines.

You will work with robotics, automated PLCs, and electrical/mechanical systems, while upholding Safety, Quality of Work, and Urgency. The position is full‑time with compensation commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or trade school preferred.
• Extensive troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and process improvement experience.
• Hands-on experience disassembling and reassembling complex mechanical systems.
• Proficient reading and interpretation of mechanical and electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive diagnostic, preventive, and corrective maintenance for production facilities to minimize downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections to proactively identify issues.
• Complete electromechanical repair and replacement of components.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electromechanical problems promptly.
• Participate in safety audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with maintenance planners, supervisors, and managers on scheduling.
• Maintain equipment across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical control systems, motors, and PLCs.
• Maintain daily production records, KPIs, and downtime information.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with Production, Engineering, EHS and Operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Maintenance

Process improvement

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or trade school preferred

Military technical experience preferred

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About Redwood Materials

Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician role provides the opportunity to join an innovative team in a high growth company. This position will play a critical role in our operations by providing quality maintenance support to maximize machine availability and uptime across various production teams. Our mindset is composed of three key points we follow: Safety, Quality of Work and Urgency. You will apply your technical skills with troubleshooting, installing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical equipment, electronic troubleshooting, automated PLC’s, robotics and other machinery used to support production operations. Additionally, you will develop valuable skills with the opportunity to grow your career.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive diagnostic, preventive, and corrective maintenance for Redwood’s production facilities, minimizing equipment downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections to proactively identify and address potential issues.
• Complete electromechanical component repair and replacement.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electromechanical problems promptly.
• Participate in safety audits and investigations, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Higher-level tech position
• Collaborate in planning and scheduling maintenance with maintenance planners, maintenance supervisors, and maintenance managers.
• Manage equipment maintenance across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation systems.
• Work in a team environment with a mentality of Safety, Quality of Work and Urgency.
• Troubleshoot electrical control systems, including motors and PLCs.
• Maintain daily production records, key performance indicators, and downtime information.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with Production, Engineering, EHS, and Operations.

Desired Qualifications

• High school Diploma or Equivalent. Associates degree, Trade School, and/or Military technical highly preferred.
• Extensive technical expertise in troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and process improvement.
• Hands‑on experience disassembling and reassembling complex mechanical systems.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Background in heavy commercial equipment, including conveyors, pump rebuilds, rigging, machine installations, and alignments strongly preferred.
• Experience in troubleshooting both AC and DC electrical systems, as well as proficiency in motion control, motors, pneumatics, sensors, PLCs, and hydraulics.
• Familiarity with 480 VAC and lower voltages, including wiring electrical cabinets.
• Understanding of NEC codes and NFPA 70E practices.
• Proficient in using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Capability to work in challenging conditions, including exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, confined space, and temperature extremes for extended periods in full PPE suits and head covers.
• Knowledge and proper use of safety equipment, such as safety glasses, fitted masks, PAPR, Tyvek suit, safety shoes, and other personal protective equipment when necessary.
• Physical ability to stand, lift, and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and clean working environment, adhering to company policies and industry standards.
• A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!

The position is full‑time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.