Maintenance Technician

HiFyve; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

HiFyve, based in Wichita, KS, is hiring a Maintenance Technician I to support safe and reliable plant operations through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment repair, and continuous improvement. This hands-on role works with production equipment and facility systems across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic controls to minimize downtime and improve reliability.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or associate degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of industrial, manufacturing, or commercial maintenance experience with hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, basic controls, and reading prints and schematics.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, VFDs, boilers, water treatment, welding, fabrication, or similar plant equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMS, root cause analysis, preventive maintenance, and equipment reliability improvements.
• Fluent English required; Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production equipment, facility systems, and supporting utilities.
• Inspect, adjust, lubricate, and test mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
• Identify equipment wear, potential failures, and reliability concerns and recommend corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues using schematics, manuals, meters, gauges, and other diagnostic tools.
• Repair or replace bearings, belts, motors, sensors, wiring, filters, valves, pumps, controls, and other components.
• Support HVAC, plumbing, structural, and general facility repairs as needed.
• Follow company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, confined space requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Maintain safety equipment and help verify that alarms, extinguishers, and other emergency systems are operational.
• Report hazards, unsafe conditions, recurring equipment failures, and operational risks.
• Accurately document maintenance activities, repairs, parts usage, equipment findings, and required follow-up.
• Maintain tools, spare parts, and maintenance supply inventory and communicate replenishment needs.
• Update preventive maintenance schedules, equipment logs, CMMS records, and work orders as required.
• Travel occasionally as required, generally less than 10%

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Preventive maintenance

VFDs

Schematic reading

Safety procedures

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical training

Tools

CMMS

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical testing equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

HiFyve is hiring a Maintenance Technician I in Wichita, KS!

Pay: $30-$36/hour

Shift: Days | 7:00 AM-3:30 PM | Possible Weekend Work

Location: Wichita, KS

Benefits: Full benefits package

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician I to support safe and reliable plant operations through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment repair, and continuous improvement. This position works hands‑on with production equipment and facility systems, using mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic controls knowledge to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production equipment, facility systems, and supporting utilities
• Inspect, adjust, lubricate, and test mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, HVAC, and plumbing systems
• Identify equipment wear, potential failures, and reliability concerns and recommend corrective actions
• Troubleshoot equipment issues using schematics, manuals, meters, gauges, and other diagnostic tools
• Repair or replace bearings, belts, motors, sensors, wiring, filters, valves, pumps, controls, and other components
• Support HVAC, plumbing, structural, and general facility repairs as needed
• Follow company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, confined space requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
• Maintain safety equipment and help verify that alarms, extinguishers, and other emergency systems are operational
• Report hazards, unsafe conditions, recurring equipment failures, and operational risks
• Accurately document maintenance activities, repairs, parts usage, equipment findings, and required follow-up
• Maintain tools, spare parts, and maintenance supply inventory and communicate replenishment needs
• Update preventive maintenance schedules, equipment logs, CMMS records, and work orders as required
• Respond to maintenance work orders, production support requests, and facility needs with appropriate urgency
• Perform general facility maintenance, including painting, light construction, cleaning, grounds support, and minor building repairs
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas, tools, and equipment
• Coordinate with maintenance, production, engineering, safety, vendors, and contractors to complete work safely and efficiently
• Identify recurring equipment issues and provide recommendations for reliability improvements, parts needs, and equipment upgrades
• Assist with training, coaching, and knowledge sharing for new or less-experienced maintenance personnel
• Communicate maintenance status and equipment conditions clearly with production and other key stakeholders
• Travel occasionally as required, generally less than 10%

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training, certification, or an associate degree in industrial maintenance, electrical, automation, HVAC, welding, or a related field is a plus
• 5+ years of industrial, manufacturing, or commercial maintenance experience with hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, basic controls, and reading prints and schematics
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, VFDs, boilers, water treatment, welding, fabrication, or similar plant equipment and systems
• Familiarity with CMMS, root cause analysis, preventive maintenance, and equipment reliability improvements
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, safety, and organizational skills
• Dependable, adaptable, and able to respond effectively to changing equipment and production priorities
• Fluent English required; Spanish is a plus
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, work possible weekends, and travel less than 10%

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 50 pounds or more
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, reach, climb ladders, and work at heights
• Ability to enter confined spaces and work in awkward positions
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools
• Ability to work in varying plant and weather conditions while following required safety procedures