Maintenance Technician II

AtWork!; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

AtWork! in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to support manufacturing operations.

This full-time role involves advanced troubleshooting, preventive and predictive maintenance, mentoring Technician I, and supporting equipment reliability across batch, mixing, material handling, and packaging systems. The position emphasizes transitioning the site from reactive to a planned, reliability-focused maintenance culture, with responsibilities including safety, PM adherence, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience maintaining and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills in an industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, and basic blueprints.
• Working knowledge of motors, gear reducers, bearings, belts, chains, and drives.
• Basic computer skills (CMMS, Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial manufacturing equipment including mixers, batch systems, hoppers, augers, and packaging equipment.
• Maintain conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, drives, and material handling systems.
• Perform advanced preventive and predictive maintenance activities per PM schedules.
• Support installation, setup, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic controls issues.
• Welding and fabrication as required (MIG/TIG/Stick; cutting and grinding).
• Mentor Maintenance Technician I employees through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Document work orders, PMs, and corrective actions in the CMMS.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading blueprints

CMMS familiarity

Fabrication

Mentoring others

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

MAINTENANCE TECH II

FULL TIME HOURS: 8-4P PAY: $30-$32

Company is seeking a motivated self‑starter Maintenance Technician II to support manufacturing operations at its Ft Wayne facility. This role is a senior hands-on technician position responsible for advanced troubleshooting, preventive and predictive maintenance, mentoring Maintenance Technician I employees, and supporting equipment reliability across batch, mixing, material handling, and packaging systems.

Maintenance Technician II plays a key role in transitioning the site from reactive maintenance to a planned, reliability-focused maintenance culture.

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial manufacturing equipment including: Mixers, batch systems, hoppers, augers, screw conveyors, pumps, and packaging equipment
• Conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, drives, and material handling systems
• Perform advanced preventive and predictive maintenance activities in accordance with PM schedules
• Support installation, setup, and commissioning of new equipment
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic controls issues
• Perform welding and fabrication as required (MIG/TIG/Stick; cutting and grinding)
• Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability
• Mentor and support Maintenance Technician I employees through hands-on coaching and knowledge sharing
• Assist with maintaining critical spare parts, inventory accuracy, and storage standards
• Accurately document work orders, PMs, and corrective actions in the CMMS
• Coordinate and monitor work performed by outside contractors and service providers
• Respond to equipment alarms and unplanned downtime events
• Support safety initiatives, lockout/tagout procedures, and housekeeping standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, safety, and cost reduction

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Reduced unplanned downtime
• Increased PM completion and effectiveness
• Strong technical support for operators and Tech I team members
• Improved equipment reliability and safety performance
• Clear documentation and communication with maintenance leadership
• Continuous Improvement to achieve a World Class Maintenance Department

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 5+ years of experience maintaining and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills in an industrial environment
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, and basic blueprints
• Working knowledge of motors, gear reducers, bearings, belts, chains, and drives
• Basic computer skills (CMMS, Microsoft Office)
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift during extended shifts
• Very detail-oriented and knowledgeable of tool usage

Preferred Requirements

• Technical certificate in Industrial Maintenance
• Experience in batch manufacturing, coatings, flooring, or chemical-based processes
• Welding experience (MIG, TIG, Stick, cutting, brazing)
• Basic electrical troubleshooting (motors, starters, sensors, VFD awareness)
• Experience supporting preventive maintenance programs and reliability initiatives
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance documentation standards

Physical Requirements

• Must be capable of wearing Company standard respirators as qualified by a fit test performed by an authorized agency