Maintenance Technician - Bertch Cabinetry

MasterBrand, Inc.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to diagnose and repair equipment, using drawings and specified standards. You will perform dismantling, overhaul, and rebuilding tasks while maintaining safety and organization across the shop floor.

The role requires a 1-year certificate or 3–6 months related experience, ability to read measurement tools, and solid math skills. Expect physical work, with lifting and climbing as part of the job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to read measurement tools and use gauges.
• Strong math skills including basic algebra and fractions.
• Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions.
• Willingness to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and plan mechanical repairs for equipment.
• Dismantle, repair, overhaul, and rebuild equipment as needed.
• Work from drawings, instructions, or sketches to install components.
• Maintain organized work area and follow safety policies.

Skills

Read measurement tools

Math skills

Follow instructions

Work independently

Education

1-year certificate

3–6 months related experience

Tools

Mechanic's tools

Inspection gauges

Job description

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

Job Description:

• Diagnoses trouble, plans, and performs all mechanical operations necessary to modify, dismantle, repair, overhaul, and rebuild all types of equipment.
  • Diagnoses complex equipment failures.
• Works from drawings, verbal instructions or sketches.
• Is able to determine proper components and installation requirements.
• Uses typical mechanic's tools and inspection gages.
• Cleans debris and lubricant from parts, job site and tools. Stores tools and equipment in designated places in an organized manner.
• Follows lockout/tag out policy.
• If needs be, makes temporary fixes and writes up work order to follow up with permanent repairs.
• Works independently and with minimal guidance.
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Required Education, Training or Experience

One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knows location of all equipment.
• Ability to read measurement tools.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and move materials up to or exceeding 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be 8-10 hours)
• Works on ladders, scaffolds and in pits.

Work Environment

Employees must be able to cope with Iowa climates; endure heat and cold conditions in the building. Fast paced workloads and loud noise levels are normal. Paint fumes and exposure to chemicals associated may be present. Personal Protective Equipment as required by OSHA will be provided by the Company.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail].