Maintenance Technician- 1st shift (5 day work week)

Horton, Inc.; Britton (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

PTO and Company Paid Holidays

401K and Health benefits

Job summary

Horton, Inc. is searching for a dedicated Maintenance Technician for our Britton, South Dakota location. This 1st shift role involves conducting routine maintenance on manufacturing equipment to ensure safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance, possess effective troubleshooting abilities, and be capable of performing equipment repairs. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and 401K options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work under varying conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime and rotating shifts as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance and inventory.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues

Knowledge of CNC machines

Experience with precision measuring instruments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring devices

Job description

Overview

Horton, Inc. has an opening for a Maintenance Technician to work in our Britton, South Dakota location. This is a 1st shift position and standard work hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. Occasional overtime may be required.

Position summary:

Performs routine and intermediate-level maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment including CNC mills, manual mills, lathes, drill presses, conveyors, and related production machinery. This role supports safe and efficient plant operations while maintaining equipment uptime and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance on mills, lathes, drill presses, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
• Repair or replace bearings, belts, motors, pumps, valves, and machine components.
• Assist with machine alignment, leveling, calibration, and setup.
• Read blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders.
• Use precision measuring instruments and maintenance hand tools safely.
• Support machine changeovers and production startup activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and parts inventory documentation.
• Follow OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and company safety procedures.
• Assist senior technicians with larger repairs and equipment installations.
• As with everyone on the team, other duties may be assigned in order to support the overall success of the company.

Qualifications

Maintenance Technician Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of mills, lathes, drill presses, and machining equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring devices.
• Basic welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying industrial conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or rotating shifts as needed.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain an industrial power truck license.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the United States. No Visa sponsorship provided.

Preferred Skills:

• Basic PLC troubleshooting experience.
• Forklift or aerial lift certification.
• Experience with maintenance systems.
• 6+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

Additional Information

We offer a competitive benefits package including PTO, Company Paid Holidays, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life, AD&D, STD, LTD, Education Assistance, and a dynamic work environment.

Horton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer.