Maintenance Technician

Accelera; Waterloo (IN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Waterloo, IN, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the operations team. The role focuses on preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance of manufacturing assets and production lines to maximize uptime.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of hands-on maintenance experience in manufacturing, with the ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues and operate within a CMMS environment. Shift options: 2nd or 3rd.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational credentials in Mechatronics or Industrial Maintenance preferred.
• At least three years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on facility assets and production lines.
• Identify root causes of equipment malfunctions to maximize uptime.
• Maintain motors, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, and automated systems.
• Use manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics to guide repairs.
• Assist in installation, configuration, and commissioning of machinery.
• Document all service activities and manage work orders in the CMMS.
• Contribute to equipment improvements and process optimization.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Industrial equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Mechatronics certification

Industrial maintenance certification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

A prominent manufacturing facility in Waterloo, IN, is looking for a talented Maintenance Technician to support their operations team.

Compensation: $34 to $37 per hour.

Schedule: 2nd or 3rd shift availability.

Core Duties:

• Execute preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance tasks on facility assets and production lines.
• Resolve technical issues across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical frameworks.
• Identify the root cause of equipment malfunctions to help maximize operational uptime.
• Ensure the reliability of motors, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, and automated systems through regular upkeep.
• Utilize technical manuals, blueprints, and electrical diagrams to guide repair processes.
• Assist in the installation, configuration, and commissioning of various machinery.
• Document all service activities and manage work orders within the CMMS platform.
• Contribute to equipment enhancements and process improvement projects to drive team efficiency.

Requirements:

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those holding vocational credentials in Mechatronics or Industrial Maintenance.
• A minimum of three years of hands-on experience performing maintenance within a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and fixing complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Demonstrated ability to service and maintain industrial equipment, including pumps, motors, conveyors, and automated machinery.