Maintenance Technician

Tnemec Company, Inc.; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tnemec North Kansas City in Missouri is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service production equipment and facility systems. You will join the Engineering & Facilities team and report to the Maintenance Manager, performing preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple trades.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, completing work orders, overseeing contractors during night shifts, and adhering to safety programs such as LOTO, hot work permits, and confined space entry.

Qualifications

• Experience performing maintenance on facility systems and production equipment.
• Ability to read work orders and perform preventive maintenance tasks.
• Willingness to travel to other Tnemec facilities for training.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on facility systems and equipment across multiple trades.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions to implement timely repairs.
• Complete preventive maintenance using a structured work order system.
• Oversee outside contractors during night shifts to ensure safe completion.
• Follow safety policies including Lock-Out/Tag-Out, Hot Work Permits, and confined space.
• Attend manufacturer-led training to maintain technical proficiency.
• Travel to other Tnemec facilities as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

HVAC

Pneumatic & Hydraulic

Mechanical repair

Safety compliance

Tools

Forklifts

Drum dollies

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Tnemec North Kansas City - NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Manufacturing

Primary Purpose

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This position is part of the Engineering & Facilities team and reports directly to the Maintenance Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on facility systems and equipment, including carpentry, pipefitting, plumbing, electrical (including high voltage), mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions or performance issues to implement timely and effective repairs.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks using a structured work order system.
• Assist and/or oversee outside contractors during night shift operations to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Comply with all company policies, safety regulations, and procedures, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out, Hot Work Permits, and Confined Space Entry requirements.
• Work assigned schedules and overtime as needed to support operational demands.
• Recommend improvements to safety practices, work methods, equipment performance, and operational procedures.
• Adhere to HMIS and PPE Safety Program guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Attend manufacturer-led training sessions as required to maintain technical proficiency.
• Travel to other Tnemec facilities and training locations as needed.

Essential Functions

• Stand or walk continuously for up to six (6) hours per day.
• Frequently lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Perform frequent bending, twisting, stooping, and repetitive motions.
• Regularly use hands to handle, grasp, and reach for tools and equipment.
• Work in temperatures up to 105°F during summer months.
• Occasionally work in wet, humid, or outdoor conditions and be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and potentially hazardous chemicals; noise levels are typically moderate.
• Operate forklifts and drum dollies on occasion.