Maintenance Technician

Washington-Mills; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

Washington Mills is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Sun Prairie, WI to maintain, repair, and install major equipment and building systems under supervision of experienced technicians.

You will work on production equipment, perform PM tasks, assist in developing preventative maintenance plans, and support safety audits with the EHS group while keeping a clean, safe workplace.

Experience with extruders, kilns, conveyors and dust collectors is preferred; training provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Training provided for all equipment and tools specific to our operation.
• Experience using hand tools and powered hand tools.
• Willingness to learn welding and machining equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install major equipment and building systems under supervision.
• Work on production equipment: extruders, media cutters, mixers, kilns, burners, dust collectors, vacuum pumps, conveyors.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) tasks and machine audits.
• Assist in developing preventive maintenance plans for critical machines.
• Collaborate with EHS to complete safety audits and safety projects.
• Keep a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Hand tools

Powered tools

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Machining equipment

Job description

Washington Mills, 165 King St, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Maintenance Technician

Position type: Full-Time, Hourly

Ask Yourself This…

Do you enjoy working with your hands in a team-centric environment? Do you fix everything yourself? Are you driven to solve unique problems on process-integral equipment quickly and safely? Are you cool under pressure and excited by work that’s different every day? Then join us as a Maintenance Technician in Sun Prairie, WI !

What You’ll Do

The Maintenance Technician position involves the maintenance, repair, and installation of all major equipment and building systems under the supervision of experienced technicians. This includes production equipment and all areas related to mechanical and structural building upkeep.

• Under the guidance of experienced technicians, work on all major equipment maintenance projects, including, but not limited to, extruders, media cutters, high-intensity mixers, kilns, industrial burners, dust collectors, vacuum pumps, and conveyors
• Perform PM tasks as well as various scheduled machine audits
• Assist in developing preventative maintenance plans for all critical machines and systems
• Work with EHS group to complete relevant safety audits and contribute to safety-related projects
• Always maintain a clean and safe work environment while assisting with cleanup efforts.

What You’ll Need

To be successful in this position, you must:

• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Training will be provided for all equipment and tools required that are specific to our operation
• Experience using hand tools and powered hand tools
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills with welding and machining equipment
• Willingness to learn new roles and tasks as business needs evolve
• Have a strong commitment to safety and work well in a team environment

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro‑fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands‑on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

• Competitive pay, with opportunities to advance

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Washington Mills is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Washington Mills, 165 King St, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, United States of America