Maintenance Technician- 2nd shift

Xerxes; Tipton (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & sick leave

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Onsite parking

Job summary

Xerxes is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Tipton, IA to support reliable operation of plant equipment and facilities. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production assets and assist in asset management workflows.

The role requires a High School diploma, 3 years as a Journeyman Millwright/Welder, the ability to read wiring diagrams, and strong problem-solving with English communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Millwright/Welder with a minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong understanding of maintenance practices involving mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and building systems.
• Experience reading wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and maintenance documentation.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment used in production of underground storage tanks and related accessories.
• Support the Asset Management Program by maintaining active assets and improving overall equipment reliability.
• Follow daily inspection routines based on reliability-centered maintenance practices, including testing, inspection, lubrication, adjustment, calibration, and tagging processes.
• Manage condition-based preventative maintenance and perform functional testing following equipment refurbishment activities.
• Lead and support refurbishment activities and assist in establishing and maintaining maintenance shop operations aligned with asset management workflows.
• Maintain appropriate spare parts inventory and support sourcing of parts and materials.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with equipment suppliers and external partners as required.
• Support maintenance of electrical, hydraulic, plumbing, compressed air, water, heating, cooling, and related facility systems throughout the plant.
• Assist with maintenance of fire protection systems, static electricity arresters, and fire doors.
• Rebuild, repair, and adjust portable tools, lift trucks, heaters, and other production equipment as needed.
• Accurately maintain purchase logs, maintenance records, process sheets, and related documentation.
• Participate in daily maintenance meetings focused on safety, equipment breakdowns, preventative maintenance activities, and projects.
• Follow established maintenance procedures, asset management workflows, and health and safety requirements.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment issues and support repair activities to minimize downtime.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Wiring diagrams

English communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise. Through a portfolio of brands, we offer highly engineered solutions, technology and products to support infrastructure markets worldwide.

Shawflex is the market leader and a trusted brand in the Electrical Infrastructure industry with a wide variety of wire and cable solutions from common to custom. Our business model thrives on our strong channel relationships and entrepreneurial culture where we champion in providing unique engineered-to-order product offerings to our customers.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of plant equipment and facilities. This position supports the Asset Management and Maintenance Program by performing maintenance and repair activities that improve equipment reliability, reduce operational variation, and contribute to achieving goals of zero accidents, zero defects, and zero breakdowns. The role is instrumental in maintaining efficient production operations and supporting long-term asset performance.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment used in the production of underground storage tanks and related accessories.
• Support the Asset Management Program by maintaining active assets and improving overall equipment reliability.
• Follow daily inspection routines based on reliability-centered maintenance practices, including testing, inspection, lubrication, adjustment, calibration, and tagging processes.
• Manage condition-based preventative maintenance and perform functional testing following equipment refurbishment activities.
• Lead and support refurbishment activities and assist in establishing and maintaining maintenance shop operations aligned with asset management workflows.
• Maintain appropriate spare parts inventory and support sourcing of parts and materials.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with equipment suppliers and external partners as required.
• Support maintenance of electrical, hydraulic, plumbing, compressed air, water, heating, cooling, and related facility systems throughout the plant.
• Assist with maintenance of fire protection systems, static electricity arresters, and fire doors.
• Rebuild, repair, and adjust portable tools, lift trucks, heaters, and other production equipment as needed.
• Accurately maintain purchase logs, maintenance records, process sheets, and related documentation.
• Participate in daily maintenance meetings focused on safety, equipment breakdowns, preventative maintenance activities, and projects.
• Follow established maintenance procedures, asset management workflows, and health and safety requirements.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment issues and support repair activities to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Millwright/Welder with a minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong understanding of maintenance practices involving mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and building systems.
• Experience operating maintenance tools and equipment and understanding factors that impact equipment performance.
• Ability to read and work from wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and maintenance documentation.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new tools and equipment.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on varying shifts as required.
• Availability to work overtime, weekends, and variable schedules when required.

Preferred

• Forklift certification or experience.
• Fall Protection certification.
• Aerial Lift certification or experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform heavy manual work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently bend, crouch, kneel, lift, push, pull, climb, and reach.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and perform physically demanding maintenance activities.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments with noise, dust, fibers, moving equipment, temperature variations, and chemical or solvent fumes.

Why Join Mattr?

• Multiple medical, dental & vision plan options (Blue Cross Blue Shield & VSP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly company contributions
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match, vested from day one
• Incentive bonus plans + paid vacation & sick leave
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue365, LifeMart & more)Year-round permanent work at one location with tools, PPE & safety trainingOnsite parking + staff social events

What Mattr Offers

• At Mattr, safety comes first! We go the extra mile to ensure our employees are safe and healthy
• We understand times have changed and so have we. Mattr offers flexible work arrangements (where possible) to suit your needs
• Comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive salaries, annual incentives, medical benefits, retirement savings plans, paid vacation days, education assistance programs, corporate discounts and more!
• Participation in service milestone awards and recognition opportunities
• Access to mental health support resources such as our Headversity mental health and wellness platform and free, confidential access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Rewarding growth opportunities (may include global career and travel opportunities) supported by personalized training, development and mentoring programs - including LinkedIn Learning access for all employees!
• Commitment to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace environment
• We prioritize our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) values and offer a paid Impact Day, allowing employees an opportunity to support charitable organizations in their communities
• Company events, social gatherings and team building activities that promote fun!
• We’re working to create a better world. Join us!

Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise through brands offering engineered products, technology and solutions to support infrastructure projects & markets world-wide. Mattr brands: AmerCable, Shawflex, DSG-Canusa, Flexpipe, and Xerxes.

At Mattr, we have built a true team environment where all employees are empowered to contribute to the success of the company. We want you to join our team!