Maintenance Technician - Grade 2

JobSquad; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSquad is seeking a Maintenance Technician-Grade 2 for the Fort Wayne, IN area. The role involves performing routine and corrective maintenance on facility infrastructure and manufacturing equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.

The technician will diagnose mechanical/electrical issues, perform repairs, and support tooling fabrication to meet production needs. The position requires reading blueprints, basic electrical knowledge, and strong mechanical aptitude, with 3+ years of related

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of related maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read drawings.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow blueprints/engineering drawings and directions.
• Read, understand, and follow instructions and tasks.
• Communicate with manufacturing/engineering on process improvements.
• Safely operate forklift and overhead lifting equipment and store materials.
• Use manlifts to work at elevated levels.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and source parts.
• Generate parts and material lists for projects.
• Complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Maintain a safe workplace and proper PPE usage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

PPE usage

Basic hand tools

Job description

The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a Maintenance Technician-Grade 2 to work at a company located in the Fort Wayne, IN area! Job Title: Maintenance Technician-Grade 2 Job Location: Fort Wayne Pay and Hours for Job + Benefits: $22 p/hr 6AM – 2PM (Mon-Fri) weekends as needed

Job Description: Position Summary The Grade Level 2 Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine and corrective maintenance on facility infrastructure and manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal operational efficiency and safety. This role involves diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, conducting repairs, and executing preventive maintenance tasks. The technician will also support the fabrication of custom tooling, fixtures, and equipment as needed to meet production requirements. In addition to hands‑on maintenance duties, the technician will collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams on various projects, contributing technical expertise to improve equipment reliability, process efficiency, and workplace safety. This position requires a solid understanding of mechanical systems, basic electrical troubleshooting, and the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Required to read, understand, and follow blueprints/engineering drawings, direction from management on the tasks/projects you are asked to do
• Use and maintain all tools, equipment, and maintenance areas
• Able to communicate/work with manufacturing and/or engineering on process improvements and problem solving
• Utilizes forklift and/or overhead lifting equipment, chains, slings, and magnetics to safely lift, move and store materials
• Utilize manlifts to perform work at elevated levels
• Ability to trouble shoot equipment failures, supply information to assist in repair up to and including finding replacements parts for ordering
• Able to generate parts and material lists for projects
• Able to solve and repair common facility issues
• Able to complete projects/tasks with little or no direction/supervision
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations, and properly using and maintaining PPE
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills:

• Safely run and use required equipment
• Correctly and accurately use, inspect, and maintain tools and equipment
• Required to read and understand work instructions
• High School diploma or GED
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• 3+ years of related maintenance experience
• Functional and technical skills
• Basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems

Personal Attributes:

• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Sound judgment

Physical Demands:

• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Regularly lift and move up to 50lbs
• Potential for long shifts and/or weekend (Saturday and Sunday) work based on production needs.

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