Maintenance Technician I / 1st Shift

Danfoss; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss in Searcy, Arkansas is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to join our first shift. This role supports plant operations by repairing and maintaining production equipment across the site, troubleshooting faults to minimize downtime, and helping keep lines running at peak efficiency throughout the shift.

You will read electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical drawings, interpret schematics, and use hand and power tools safely.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• Two (2) years hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical or electronic systems a preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electronic/hydraulic drawings, schematics, and engineering blueprints to determine problem root causes and implement corrective actions
• Ability to read precision measuring instruments such as Micrometers, Calipers, Indicators, Levels, and Lasers a plus
• Physically capable of prolonged standing and working in positions that require bending and stretching while performing maintenance tasks
• Available to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems to diagnose faults
• Observe and test machinery operation to diagnose malfunctions
• Analyze machine error messages and operator input to determine root causes
• Repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system components
• Use hand and power tools safely
• Follow all safety rules, PPE and OSHA
• Perform basic maintenance tasks and repairs as assigned
• Complete required reporting and documentation

Skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics/blueprints

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Indicators

Levels

Lasers

Hand and power tools

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Experience Level: Hourly Paid

Maintenance Technician I / 1st Shift

Req ID: 52288 Job Location: Searcy, AR, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations Work Location Type: On-site Job Experience Level: Hourly Paid

Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

Danfoss in Searcy, Arkansas is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team.

The Maintenance Technician provides support to Plant Operations in repairing and maintaining production equipment thoughout the plant.

This is a 1st Shift position.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems to the faulty component under the instruction of the Maintenance Manager.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunct ions using test equipment under the instruction of the Maintenance manager.
• Analyze machine error messages and information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
• Troubleshoot and repair the mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and control system components of production equipment .
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools
• Follow all Safety Rules, including PPE and OSHA
• Performs basic maintenance duties and repairs as assigned
• Complete all required reporting and documentatio n.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• Two (2) years hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical or electronic systems a preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electronic/ hydraulic drawings, schematics, and engineering blueprints to determine problem root causes and implement corrective actions .
• Ability to read precision measuring instruments such as Micrometers, Calipers, Indicators, Levels, and Lasers a plus.
• Physically capable of prolonged standing and working in positions that require bending and stretching whuile performing maintenance tasks
• Available to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits including paid time off, paid vacation, 401k retirement plan with company match, personal insurance, tuition reimbursement and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.