Maintenance Technician | HAVEN

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Haven (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 1 in Haven, Kansas for 1st and 3rd shifts. The role involves supporting maintenance, repairs, and installations with standards-compliant technical work.

Responsibilities include logging repairs, preventative maintenance, operating forklifts and lifts, and using welding tools. Requires 3–5 years’ experience, basic electrical knowledge, and a safety-driven, independent worker.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work extra hours as needed.
• Preventive maintenance experience and mechanical aptitude.
• Team-oriented with a focus on safety.
• Basic electrical knowledge (480V and 110V).
• 3–5 years of equipment repair and maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed repair logs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company standards.
• Perform proactive, preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Operate and maintain forklifts, man lifts, and company vehicles.
• Use welding, cutting torches, and various hand and power tools for project tasks.
• Support installation and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and machinery.
• Diagnose equipment issues and specify necessary repair parts.

Skills

Maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

Log keeping

Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding tools

Lifting equipment knowledge

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic 1 - 1st & 3rd Shift

Location: Haven, Kansas

Position Overview:

Join a local team as a Maintenance Mechanic 1! This role involves assisting in maintenance, repairs, and installations using technical skills in compliance with codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain detailed repair logs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company standards
• Perform proactive, preventative maintenance to minimize downtime
• Operate and maintain forklifts, man lifts, and company vehicles
• Use welding, cutting torches, and various hand and power tools for project tasks
• Support installation and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and machinery
• Diagnose equipment issues and specify necessary repair parts

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Willingness to work extra hours as needed
• Preventative maintenance experience and mechanical aptitude
• Team-oriented with a focus on safety
• Basic electrical knowledge (480V and 110V)
• 3-5 years of experience in equipment repair and maintenance

Pay Rates:

• $20/hour for 1st shift
• $21/hour for 3rd shift

Note:

The listed duties and requirements are summaries. They do not cover all job duties and requirements. Training will be provided on the day shift for approximately 6 months before moving to a different shift.