Maintenance Technician

Staffmark Group; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec in Yankton, SD is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep equipment operating at peak performance. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facility systems while supporting production safety and efficiency.

The role requires reading blueprints, basic electrical/mechanical skills, and forklift operation, with a Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM schedule. Wabtec offers a pathway to growth and reliable benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ year of work experience.
• Basic mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Forklift experience and valid driver's license required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to follow procedures.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Work in industrial environments including high heat conditions.
• Perform physically demanding tasks safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on equipment, tools, and facility systems.
• Repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and plumbing components.
• Conduct equipment inspections, safety checks, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Fabricate parts and maintain shop equipment as needed.
• Support facility upkeep including lighting, painting, snow removal, and grounds maintenance.
• Assist with inventory handling, receiving, and warehouse operations.
• Document maintenance activities and complete data entry.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors on maintenance projects.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Troubleshooting

Blueprints reading

Forklift

MS Word

MS Excel

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Epicor ERP

Lean Manufacturing

CDL Class B

Job description

Wabtec is Now Hiring a Maintenance Technician

Location: Yankton, SD

Pay Rate: $23.00 - $33.50 per hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Grease, Grit, and Good Pay-Sound Like Your Kind of Job?

Looking for Maintenance Technician jobs in Yankton where your technical skills keep equipment operating at its best? This opportunity allows you to troubleshoot problems, perform repairs, and help maintain the systems that keep production moving safely and efficiently.

Job Duties

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on equipment, tools, and facility systems
• Repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and plumbing components
• Conduct equipment inspections, safety checks, and lockout/tagout procedures
• Fabricate parts and maintain shop equipment as needed
• Support facility upkeep including lighting, painting, snow removal, and grounds maintenance
• Assist with inventory handling, receiving, and warehouse operations
• Document maintenance activities and complete data entry
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors on maintenance projects

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ year of work experience
• Basic mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Forklift experience and valid driver's license required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong safety awareness and ability to follow procedures
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Work in industrial environments including high heat conditions
• Perform physically demanding tasks safely

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with ERP systems (Epicor or similar)
  • Lean Manufacturing knowledge
  • Class B CDL or DOT certification

  Employee Benefits

  Wabtec can provide you with the vital benefits that you deserve. A list of benefits will be provided to you upon hire.

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