Maintenance Technician

API Heat Transfer Career Center; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Performance bonus

11 paid holidays

401k with company match

Benefits from Day 1

Attendance bonuses

Job summary

API Heat Transfer in Racine, WI is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support manufacturing operations with repair, preventative maintenance, installation, and continuous improvement.

The role requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, ability to read schematics, and experience with welding (MIG/TIG). Join a team focused on reliability and performance in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic or pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Willingness to operate forklifts and PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide machine repair, preventative maintenance, and installation support.
• Perform complex preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic controls on manufacturing equipment.
• Modify and rebuild machinery to meet production needs with engineering input.
• Maintain work orders and document maintenance activities clearly.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

CN C troubleshooting

Job description

API Heat Transfer is hiring a Maintenance Technician!

About Thermal Transfer Products

Thermal Transfer Products (TTP) is a global provider of advanced thermal transfer solutions, delivering industry-leading performance, best-in-class lead times, and the highest quality across a wide range of industrial and mobile applications.

Founded in 1969, TTP specializes in a complete line of catalog-based air- and water-cooled products serving mobile and industrial hydraulic markets. Our capabilities include the design and manufacture of shell-and-tube water coolers, copper tube/aluminum fin and brazed aluminum air-cooled units, as well as custom engine cooling packages for small- to medium-sized mobile equipment.

Our success is rooted in a corporate culture defined by reliability, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. From our technologies to the talented people behind them, everything we do is driven by performance and a focus on customer success.

As a customer-centric industry leader, TTP provides an extensive portfolio of high-performing standard and custom heat exchanger solutions, delivered on time to meet the demands of diverse industries. We ensure our customers receive efficient and reliable thermal solutions when they need them most.

Our mission is brought to life by highly engaged associates who are passionate about their work and committed to continuous improvement. Supported by superior digital tools that make doing business easier, our teams combine deep engineering expertise with a drive to solve complex challenges—consistently delivering the right solutions for our customers.

As a global leader in the design and manufacture of a wide range specialty heat exchangers and heat transfer solutions,API Heat Transferhas a legacy of industry-leading performance that can be traced back more than 130 years. Throughout our history, we have built a corporate culture based on reliability and superior performance – from our innovative technologies to the people behind them.

What We Offer You:

• Competitive Pay Rates based on experience level
• Generous PTO Plan - Earn vacation immediately.
• Company performance bonus
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401k Plan with company match
• Benefits eligibility Day 1
• Attendance Bonuses Paid

What You Will Do:

Thismaintenance technicianis responsible for providing manufacturing operations with the required support relative to machine repair, preventative maintenance, installation, and continuous improvement.

TheMaintenance Technicianis responsible for providing manufacturing operations with the required support relative to machine repair, preventative maintenance, installation and continuous improvement.

• Checks the operation of machines and trouble-shoots electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic, equipment and automation problems.
• Performs complex preventative and predictive maintenance on machines and equipment using various tools and equipment.
• Trouble-shoots electrical and electronic controls on manufacturing equipment for rebuilding, repairing or fabricating purposes.
• Modifies and rebuilds manufacturing equipment to meet new machine requirements or production demands with engineering support. Provides input to proposed manufacturing equipment. Installs capital equipment.
• Understands and interprets electronic schematics for trouble-shooting electronic equipment with minimal assistance.
• Maintains work orders on a daily and weekly basis. Documents all machine preventative, predictive and/or maintenance repairs clearly and concisely for historical and future maintenance purposes.
• Service level skills in MIG and/or TIG welding.
• Repair broken components where factors such as position or load may impact the repair, such as motor mounting plates or conveyor legs.

• Use vertical mill/drill and other machining tool
• Ability to utilize the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software to enter and retrieve prescribed data
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair a variety of CNC machine tools including but not limited to vertical machining centers, horizontal machine centers, saws, Tube Laser, mechanical & progressive die press, etc.
• Complex skills required in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and/or PLC/controls failures
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• 5+years of maintenance experience preferably in a manufacturing or production environment
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must have electricalexperience.
• Certifications and/or licenses required- Such as: Electrician License, Engineering, Fabrication Certificate or License, Electromechanical, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, or Plumbing
• Trouble shooting skills for mechanical, electrical Hydraulic and pneumatic systems and ability to learn new skills.
• Strong understanding of Mechanical/Electrical components
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, work well under tight deadlines.
• Some experience with programming of machines i.e.: CNC programs, PLC etc.
• Advanced Electrical Skills
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, etc.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing:
  • Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8–12 hours per shift).
• Walking:
  • Frequent walking throughout the production floor.
• Lifting and Carrying:
  • Regularly lift and carry up to 25–50 pounds.
  • Occasionally lift heavier items (up to 75 pounds) with assistance or equipment.
• Pushing and Pulling:
  • Use of manual or mechanical means to push/pull carts, equipment, or materials.
• Repetitive Motions:
  • Frequent use of hands and wrists for repetitive tasks (e.g., assembling, sorting, packaging).
• Manual Dexterity:
  • Good hand-eye coordination and the ability to handle small parts or tools.
• Climbing:
  • Occasional use of ladders or steps to reach equipment or storage areas.
• Visual and Hearing Requirements:
  • Sufficient vision (with or without correction) to read labels, safety signs, and equipment gauges.
  • Adequate hearing (with or without aids) to respond to alarms and verbal instructions in a noisy environment.
• Environmental Tolerance:
  • Ability to work in varying temperatures (hot, cold, or humid conditions).
  • Exposure to noise, dust, odors, and manufacturing chemicals.
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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