Mechanical/Electrical Technician

Omya; Wathena (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Overtime opportunities

Career progression

Safety culture

Global presence

Job summary

Omya is seeking a skilled Mechanical/Electrical Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain critical plant equipment that supports safe, efficient, and high-quality production operations.

This role is ideal for experienced maintenance professionals who enjoy hands‑on work, problem‑solving, and making a direct impact on plant performance. You will read diagrams, perform preventive maintenance, and support control systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with industrial equipment, motors, hydraulics and process controls.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain and optimize production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, blueprints, and mechanical drawings.
• Perform equipment inspections, rebuilds, retrofits, and preventive maintenance.
• Support process instrumentation, drives, and control systems.
• Document maintenance activities and maintain accurate records.
• Train and support team members on equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Follow all plant safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Read electrical diagrams

Read mechanical drawings

Documentation skills

Safety procedures

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronics or equivalent

Tools

Electrical diagrams

Blueprints

Industrial control systems

Job description

Keep production running. Solve problems. Build your career.

Omya is seeking a skilled Mechanical/Electrical Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain critical plant equipment that supports safe, efficient, and high-quality production operations. This role is ideal for experienced maintenance professionals who enjoy hands‑on work, problem‑solving, and making a direct impact on plant performance.

Why Join Omya?

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Overtime opportunities
• Career advancement potential
• Safety-focused culture
• Global company with over 140 years of industry leadership

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain and optimize production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, blueprints, and mechanical drawings.
• Perform equipment inspections, rebuilds, retrofits, and preventive maintenance.
• Support process instrumentation, drives, and control systems.
• Document maintenance activities and maintain accurate records.
• Train and support team members on equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Follow all plant safety and environmental standards.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronics or equivalent industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with industrial equipment, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and process controls.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Welding, pipefitting, millwright, or fabrication experience.
• Experience with instrumentation, VFDs, and manufacturing process equipment.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing plant environment.
• Frequent walking, climbing, lifting, and equipment repair activities.
• Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
• On-call availability for emergency maintenance support, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

At Omya, you'll join a team committed to safety, reliability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.