Maintenance Technician

API Heat Transfer Career Center; Town of Columbus (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility Day 1

Generous PTO Plan

Attendance Bonuses

11 Paid Holidays

401k Plan with company match

Job summary

API Heat Transfer Career Center in Columbus, Wisconsin, is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for supporting manufacturing operations through machine repair, preventative maintenance, and installation.

The role requires 1 year of maintenance experience, proficiency in electrical systems, and strong diagnostic skills.

Benefits include a generous PTO plan, paid holidays, and a 401k plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 1 year of maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Basic electrical experience.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance and repairs.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical components.
• Conduct preventative and predictive maintenance on machines.
• Document all machine maintenance repairs accurately.
• Maintain wastewater treatment systems as required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical experience

Troubleshooting skills

CMMS scheduling systems

Strong computer skills

Job description

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

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing manufacturing operations with the required support relative to machine repair, preventative maintenance, installation, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities will include:

• General building maintenance and repairs.
• Check the operation of machines; perform basic troubleshooting of electrical components, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Perform complex preventative and predictive maintenance on machines and equipment using various tools and equipment.
• Modify and rebuild manufacturing equipment to meet new machine requirements or production demands with engineering support. Provide input on proposed manufacturing equipment and install capital equipment.
• Understand and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings/schematics for troubleshooting equipment with minimal assistance.
• Maintain work orders on a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis. Document all machine preventative, predictive, and/or maintenance repairs clearly and concisely for accurate maintenance record keeping.
• Maintain and troubleshoot power distribution systems, branch circuits, lighting systems, transformers, and wiring methods and materials.
• Operate and maintain the wastewater treatment system to comply with state and local municipal requirements.

Experience and proficiency in the following areas:

• 1 year of maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Basic electrical experience.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Familiar with CMMS scheduling systems.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office applications (Word, Excel).
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical components.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment; able to work well under tight deadlines.

The Benefits of Working for API!

• Benefits eligibility Day 1
• Generous PTO Plan - Earn vacation immediately.
• Attendance Bonuses Paid
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401k Plan with company match