Maintenance Technician 2nd (3pm-11pm) and 3rd shift (11pm-7am)

Laclede Chain Manufacturing Company LLC; Maryville (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Laclede Chain Manufacturing Company LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep machines and processes running smoothly on the production floor. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems while learning a structured pay-and-growth path.

The role offers full-time hours on the production floor with a focus on safety, continuous learning, and skill development as the company modernizes its operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of related maintenance experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, sketches, and technical documents.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment and solve on-the-spot problems.
• Install, maintain, and repair machines, structures, and systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical).
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and manuals to diagnose issues.
• Use calipers and micrometers for precision measurements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Learn, Grow, and Keep Things Running

Looking for a career where your skills matter every single day? Join us and help keep the machines (and people) moving safely.

At Laclede Chain, we don't just make chain - we make products that protect people and industries. Every link we build is tested to the limits, and our Maintenance team is the backbone that keeps our operations running strong.

We're going through an exciting cultural and operational transformation, and this is your chance to step into a role where you'll build real skills, grow your career, and make a difference.

Pay & Career Growth

• Starting pay: $23.391 per hour (based on experience)
• Built-in advancement: Move up through a 3-step program with guaranteed skill development and pay increases at each level
• Stability + opportunity: Reliable full-time work with room to grow long-term

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshooting equipment and solving problems on the spot
• Installing, maintaining, and repairing machines, structures, and systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical)
• Cleaning, lubricating, and performing preventive maintenance to keep equipment running smoothly
• Reading blueprints, diagrams, and manuals to diagnose and repair issues
• Using measuring tools like calipers and micrometers with precision

Why Join Us

• Clear career path: From Step 1 Step 3 with pay raises as you advance
• Hands-on learning: Build in-demand skills in hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems
• Be part of change: Help shape a safer, smarter workplace as we modernize
• Purpose-driven work: The reliability of our chain - and the safety of our customers - depends on you
• Supportive team culture: You'll never be "just a number" here

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required
• At least 1 year of related experience in maintenance or equivalent training
• Ability to read or learn to read blueprints, sketches, and technical documents
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Some exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems in a manufacturing or technical setting--willingness to learn and expand skills in these areas.
• Comfortable with or willingness to learn how to use measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Strong safety-first mindset and willingness to obtain Confined Space & Respirator certifications as required
• Positive attitude and interest in continuous learning and technical growth

Physical & Work Environment

• Full-time position on our production floor
• Standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 25 lbs (occasionally more)
• Non-climate-controlled environment, loud machinery (PPE provided)