Maintenance Technician

Rome Ltd; Sheldon (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

SIMPLE IRA

Gear reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Uniform Cost Sharing Program

Job summary

Rome Grinding Solutions in Sheldon, IA is hiring a Maintenance Technician to keep equipment, machinery and facilities in top condition. This hands-on, full-time role suits a dependable team player with mechanical aptitude who enjoys variety in the workday.

You will perform routine maintenance, support material handling with a bandsaw, load/unload trucks, and maintain a safe, clean work environment. Base pay starts at $20/hour with benefits and a Friday schedule that often finishes by noon.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical skills or aptitude required.
• Clear communication and a team-first attitude are essential.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and follow safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of machinery and equipment.
• Support material handling, including cutting materials with a bandsaw.
• Load and unload trucks and assist with vendor communication.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and support other assigned tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Clear communication

Team player

Independence

Physical stamina

Tools

Bandsaw operation

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Full Time Manual Labor Sheldon, IA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1053

WHY JOIN THE ROME TEAM?

Employee medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

$3,000 SIGNING BONUS

Payable after one year of employment.

UP TO $1,200 EACH QUARTER

Quarterly Attendance Incentive — up to $4,800 annually.

FRIDAYS GENERALLY DONE BY NOON

Monday–Thursday: 6 AM–4 PM | Friday: 6 AM–Noon*

*Friday hours may change based on business needs.

BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH ROME

Since 1977, Rome Grinding Solutions has manufactured commercial and industrial grinding equipment in North America. Join a team that values safety, practical problem-solving, continuous improvement and the people who keep our operations running.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Maintenance Technician, you will help keep our equipment, machinery and facilities clean, safe and in good working condition. This hands‑on role is ideal for a dependable team player with mechanical aptitude who enjoys variety in the workday.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of machinery and equipment.
• Support material handling, including cutting materials with a bandsaw.
• Load and unload trucks and assist with vendor communication.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and support other assigned tasks.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Basic mechanical skills or aptitude preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, clear communication and a team‑first attitude.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities and schedules, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds using assisting tools such as a hoist and follow safe work practices.

COMPENSATION & ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Base Pay: $20

• Paid time off
• Quarterly accrued personal time
• Paid holidays
• SIMPLE IRA
• Gear reimbursement
• Weekly pay
• Uniform Cost Sharing Program

Monday - Thursday, 6am-4:00pm
Friday, 6am-12:00pm