Missouri - Electrician/Programic Logic Controller Maintenance Mechanic II - 2nd Shift

Merrill Steel; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrill Steel in Missouri seeks an Electrician/PLC Maintenance Mechanic II for the 2nd shift to perform preventative and general maintenance on CNC and weld equipment, coordinating with operators to minimize downtime. You will inspect, calibrate welders, operate cranes and forklifts, and document inspections and repairs.

One year of related experience and basic tools are required with training including LOTO, Aerial Lift and Fall Protection.

Qualifications

• One year of related maintenance experience.
• Basic tools provided by the job.
• Must have LOTO, Aerial Lift, Fall Protection and Confined Space training.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Experience with cranes and lifting equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and general maintenance on CNC machines and weld equipment.
• Communicate repairs needed to operators and plan repairs.
• Record inspections and schedule downtime for maintenance.
• Calibrate welders and perform quarterly inspections.
• Maintain safety standards and operate cranes/forklifts as needed.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Voltage testing

Machinery maintenance

Electrical safety

Troubleshooting

Tools

MiG welding torch

Air Arc welding

Voltage meter

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Job description

Missouri - Electrician/Programic Logic Controller Maintenance Mechanic II - 2nd Shift

Missouri - Electrician/Programic Logic Controller Maintenance Mechanic II - 2nd Shift

Date Posted: 10/01/2026

Location: Springfield, MO

Job Category: South Production

Salary Interval: Hourly

Pay Range: N/A

Position Description

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Supervisor

Interacts With: Maintenance department- to communicate repairs needed to equipment. Other Employees (In their department and outside of the department)

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for preventative and general maintenance on all CNC machines.

• Ability to work approximately 44-55 hours per week
• Communicates with operators about machine operation issues
• Plans and coordinates any electrical additions or repairs
• Performs and records quarterly welder calibrations
• Performs maintenance on all weld machines to include repairs
• Conducts quarterly transformer cleanings and keeps record of cleanings
• Coordinates scheduled down time with production for repairs and general maintenance
• Conducts monthly inspections on the wire rope and blocks on cranes
• Helps out with general maintenance after primary job functions are completed
• Helps with preventative maintenance on other machines when needed
• Conducts daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual inspections and keeps records of the inspections
• Records and organizes all repairs and schedule down time
• Ability to keep organized and on schedule
• Ability to work well with other maintenance personnel and all other employees
• Ability to be proactive and plan ahead
• Ability to use voltage meter and basic knowledge of electrical circuitry
• Ability to operate cranes and forklift
• Make minor repairs of equipment
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance
• Ability to Air Arc and use MiG weld/cutting torch
• Ability to perform general steel fabrication
• Experienced in pipefitting and plumbing repair
• One year experience and provide basic tools the job requires
• Ability to self-motivate
• Must have LOTO, Aerial Lift, Fall Protection and Confined Space training

Position Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities

Stand F (Frequently)

Walk F (Frequently)

Sit O (Occasionally)

Handling C (Constantly)

Reach Outward F (Frequently)

Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally)

Climb F (Frequently)

Crawl O (Occasionally)

Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally)

Bend O (Occasionally)

Lift/Carry

10 lbs or less O (Occasionally)

11-20 lbs O (Occasionally)

21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)

51-70 lbs O (Occasionally)

Over 70 lbs N (Not Applicable)

Push / Pull

12 lbs or less F (Frequently)

13-25 lbs F (Frequently)

26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Merrill Steel is committed to equal employment opportunities in all of its policies regarding:

RECRUITING BENEFITS

EMPLOYMENT HIRING TRAINING

PROMOTIONS LAYOFF & RECALL

COMPENSATION

The above policies are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, handicap, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or, except where sex is a bona fide occupational qualification. The company gives full consideration to the employment of disabled or handicapped persons for work they are qualified to do. Management pledges itself to support and sustain the beliefs and policies outlined in this statement.

The Company encourages initiative and leadership by individuals as the best means to carry out this policy. Violations of this policy will be met with appropriate action.

The Company works with selected agencies and groups to initiate and sustain this policy.

It is the responsibility of each member of management to give this policy full support. It is the duty of each employee to create a job environment conducive to this policy.

The Company considers all qualified minority group applications for all job categories. All sources of employment recruiting are advised of such. All employee job openings state that Merrill Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Where deemed necessary, the Company informs appropriate minority groups and women’s organizations in making the Company’s needs known.

Merrill Steel does not maintain or tolerate facilities that are segregated on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, handicap, sex, marital status, or sexual preference, except where sex is a bona fide qualification.

Thank you for applying to Merrill Steel, have an excellent day!