Maintenance Technician I — Hands-On Training & Growth

Alpla Inc.; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Hands-on training

Job summary

ALPLA in Iowa seeks a Maintenance Technician to install equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and support facility operations within a manufacturing setting.

The role emphasizes predictive maintenance, troubleshooting molding machinery, and safety compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a technical degree or equivalent experience, plus knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics and good teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Requires basic mechanical understanding suitable for equipment installation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics used in molding machinery and factory systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment with cross-functional colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Equipment installation and preventative maintenance on ALPLA equipment.
• Perform predictive maintenance using condition monitoring and diagnostics.
• Troubleshoot and repair molding machines to minimize downtime.
• Support general facility maintenance and ensure a safe, organized production area.

Skills

Basic mechanical understanding

Hydraulics and pneumatics

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Communicates effectively

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree or equivalent experience

Job description

ALPLA in Iowa seeks a Maintenance Technician to install equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and support facility operations within a manufacturing setting.

The role emphasizes predictive maintenance, troubleshooting molding machinery, and safety compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a technical degree or equivalent experience, plus knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics and good teamwork skills.