Maintenance Technician-1st Shift

Baker Manufacturing Comp Any LLC; Evansville (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Match

Paid Time Off PTO

Paid Short Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Baker Manufacturing Comp Any LLC in Evansville, Wisconsin, United States seeks a Maintenance Technician (1st Shift) to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on heavy foundry equipment. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain furnaces, conveyors and related systems to ensure safe, continuous operations.

The role requires 3+ years in industrial maintenance, a HS diploma or GED, and knowledge of MCMS, PLCs, welding and mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years industrial maintenance experience, foundry/heavy manufacturing preferred.
• Basic to advanced electrical, mechanical and hydraulic knowledge.
• Ability to read schematics and equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on furnaces, molding machines, conveyors and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose failures and implement repairs to minimize downtime.
• Weld and fabricate parts as needed for repairs or modifications.
• Assist with startup of new machinery and systems.
• Log maintenance activities and parts usage in CMMS.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

PLC troubleshooting

Welding/Fabrication

CMMS knowledge

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Maintenance Technician-1st Shift

Baker Manufacturing Comp Any LLC Evansville, Wisconsin, United States

About this position

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (2nd shift)

Compensation: $24 to $34 per hr with shift differential

Schedule: 1st Shift/Monday-Friday 5 am-3:30 pm Occasional SATURDAY

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and systems in a foundry/factory environment. This includes troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial machinery, furnaces, hydraulic systems, conveyors, and other foundry equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safe, continuous operations.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proven ability to perform preventive maintenance on foundry machinery and equipment such as furnaces, molding machines, sand systems, shakeout equipment, conveyors, cranes, and hoists.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience diagnosing equipment failures, performing root-cause analysis, and implementing effective repairs to minimize downtime.
• Proficiency in welding and fabrication for repair or modification of equipment parts.
• Working knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and programming.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) for logging maintenance activities and tracking parts usage.
• Ability to install and assist in the startup of new machinery and equipment.
• Experience in performing routine tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting machines, while monitoring for signs of excessive wear, abnormal noise, vibration, or overheating.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety practices, including proper use of lockout/tagout (LOTO) and PPE.
• Capable of identifying equipment issues through sound, vibration, and operational behavior, and collaborating with production and engineering teams to resolve them.
• Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records, manage spare parts, and keep a clean, organized maintenance area.
• All other duties as assigned.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a foundry or heavy manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Electrical certification or journeyman status is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and foundry-specific regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Able to work independently and within a team, especially during off-hours.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and vibration
• Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures and high noise levels
• Regular exposure to dirt and dust

MAINTENANCE TECHNICAN BENEFITS

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Paid Time Off PTO
• Paid Short Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

Salary Information

$24 - $32Hourly Wage