Maintenance Technician I

Master's Transportation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short/long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Investment in Employee Development

Job summary

Master’s Transportation seeks a Maintenance Technician I-II to ensure reliable operation of machinery through inspections, tests, and repairs. The technician aligns with the company values and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to keep equipment running smoothly.

The role requires a high school diploma or technical training, 1+ year in maintenance, and knowledge of OSHA standards. Expect a full‑time schedule, 25% travel, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical school education or equivalent
• Mechanically inclined with good problem‑solving skills
• Basic understanding of manufacturing methods and procedures
• Knowledge of OSHA and regulatory requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines
• Cleans machines and machine parts and reassembles as needed
• Oils and lubricates moving parts for optimal performance
• Records and reports damaged or worn parts
• Orders and installs replacement parts
• Identifies causes of machine breakdowns and repairs efficiently
• Coordinates with managers to schedule regular maintenance
• Collaborates with engineers on new products and modifications
• Supports safety standards and lean continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or technical school

Strong troubleshooting skills

Tools

Sage

SAP

Oracle

Syteline

Job description

With Master's Transportation,you can be part of a fast-growing, innovativecompany. Our new company headquarters located on 40 acres in Kansas City, MO, features a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility. The Master's leadership team values our people and supports their growth and positive employeeexperience.For peoplelooking tocontribute,build on theirskills, and work togetherforshared success, it's an exciting time to join the company!

• Competitive health insurance, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, and short/long- term disability benefits.
• 401(k)withcompanymatch.
• Discountsfortravel,entertainmentandmore.
• Investment in Employee Development

Job Title:

Maintenance Technician I-II

Classification:

Non-exempt

Reports To:

Maintenance Manager

Position Type:

Full-time

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician ensures the efficient operation of parts and machinery by completing inspections, tests, and working to identify and repair any issues.

The Maintenance Technician aligns withMaster’s core values of relentlessly pursuing excellence, operating with high integrity, communicating with a positive attitude, and is innovative and solution oriented.

Essential Functions:

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines
• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts
• Orders and installs replacement parts for machines
• Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines
• Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently
• Prepares reports and documents work performed
• Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies
• Coordinates with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines
• Collaborates with product manager or plant engineer regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required
• Makes necessary modifications and implements tests runs; confers with manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required
• Uses lean manufacturing methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase production and reduce costs
• Applies Kaizen principles to identify areas for continuous improvement and implement strategies to optimize procurement processes, reduce costs and improve efficiency
• Uses 5S methodology to organize and maintain a clean, efficient workplace
• Supports established safety and health standards to keep the organization accident‑free
• Collaborates effectively with Production, Logistics, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Safety to achieve operational excellence and ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Technical Skills
• Organizational skills

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Manufacturing Plant Environment: 100%

Personal Protective Equipment recommended and/or required on production floor:

• Safety glasses, or prescription safety glasses that meet ANSI Z 87.1-2020
• Hearing Protection that meets ANSI S 12.6-2016
• Steel-toed shoes with anti-slip soles that meetsASTM F2413-2018

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job:

• The employee is regularly required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms
• The employee frequently is required to walk
• The employee frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• The employee is occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work with arms above head
• The employee must occasionally lift and move up to (50) fifty pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception to visually inspect machines
• Able to read and follow written and verbal instructions

Required Education/Experience/Certifications:

• High school diploma, technical school education, or equivalent experience
• Mechanically inclined with great problem‑solving skills
• 1+ year of experience as a maintenance technician or a similar role
• Valid driver's license is required and must be maintained for employment
• Basic understanding of manufacturing methods and procedures
• Knowledge of OSHA and regulatory requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with team members and other departments
• Organized with attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred Education/Experience/Certifications :

• Technical training at a vocational school or community college in industrial / machinery maintenance and troubleshooting preferred
• OSHA safety certification is a plus
• Experience in an ISO 9001:2015 environment
• Experience with MRP/ERP software and applications such as Sage, SAP, Oracle, or Syteline
• Experienced in 5S methodology with demonstrated proficiency in organizing and maintaining a clean, efficient workplace
• Ability to identify continuous improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions
• Experience within the commercial vehicle/automotive industry

Travel Requirements:

Travel up to 25% in company vehicle to branch locations

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

Master’s Transportation is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Master's Transportation is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.