Production Equipment Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Central-Plains-Steel; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly incentives

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Central Plains Steel in Wichita, KS seeks a Maintenance Technician to support production equipment during downtime and scheduled maintenance. You will collaborate with the operations team to meet safety, quality and productivity goals.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in industrial maintenance, hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic systems, and the ability to read manuals and work orders. Willingness to travel between plants and perform after-hours work as needed.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities - required.
• High School diploma/GED - preferred.
• Associates degree or Certification within Industrial Manufacturing, Maintenance or Electronics is preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems such as pneumatics, hydraulics, plant equipment, air compressors, HVAC, etc.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems such as PLCs, drives, servos, motors, plant electrical, control panels
• Basic fabrication skills. Knowledge of electrical circuits and operating principles of motors.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety regulations and basic rules and regulations per company policy.
• Maintain and repair production equipment, administer preventative maintenance programs and procedures.
• Inspect equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Support the installation of new equipment and participate in equipment training.
• Is Competent using maintenance technician skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Conducts general building maintenance and coordinates activities with building contractors.
• Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas.
• Able to perform essential job functions outside of normal working hours as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Heavy work capability (Level 4)

2 years experience

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Reading & comprehension

Basic math & measurement

Multitasking

Lifts up to 100 lbs

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance or Electronics (preferred)

Tools

PLC knowledge

Job description

Central Plains Steel in Wichita, KS seeks a Maintenance Technician to support production equipment during downtime and scheduled maintenance. You will collaborate with the operations team to meet safety, quality and productivity goals.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in industrial maintenance, hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic systems, and the ability to read manuals and work orders. Willingness to travel between plants and perform after-hours work as needed.