R: Maintenance Technician (Manufactured Housing / Construction) (Caldwell, ID)

KIT Custom Homebuilders; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

NEW 4-day work week starting Aug 31, 2

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Annual bonuses

Three-day weekends

Mentorship and training

Job summary

KIT Custom HomeBuilders in Caldwell, Idaho, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for our manufacturing facility. This full-time, onsite role maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs production equipment and facility systems to keep operations safe and efficient.

Starting Aug 31, 2026, production staff shift to Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, delivering three-day weekends while remaining full-time.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining production equipment and facility systems.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical issues safely.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and maintenance equipment.
• Strong safety mindset and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Inspect equipment for wear, damage, or failures.
• Repair or replace worn components.
• Assist with equipment installations and upgrades.
• Perform general building and facility maintenance.
• Assist with welding, plumbing, HVAC, or electrical repairs when qualified.
• Maintain maintenance records and work orders.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and safety policies.
• Keep tools and work areas organized.
• Collaborate with Production and Safety to support efficient operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Time management

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

R: Maintenance Technician (Manufactured Housing / Construction)

Building Quality Homes Since 1945

Competitive Pay DOE | Weekly Pay | NEW 4-Day Work Week Starting August 31!

Location: Caldwell, ID (100% Onsite)

Keep Our Plant Running. Enjoy Three-Day Weekends.

KIT Custom HomeBuilders is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team at our manufacturing facility in Caldwell, Idaho. This is a full-time, hands-on position responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing production equipment, machinery, tools, and facility systems to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations.

Beginning August 31, 2026, our production employees will transition to a NEW Monday–Thursday work schedule (6:00 AM–4:30 PM), giving you a three-day weekend every week while maintaining full-time employment.

If you're looking for a stable career with excellent benefits, competitive pay, year-round work, and opportunities for growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join KIT?

NEW Monday–Thursday Schedule Beginning August 31, 2026

6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Three-Day Weekends Every Week!
Benefits Include

• Competitive Pay based on experience (DOE)
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Short-Term Disability, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and $10,000 Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Weekly Pay
• Employee discounts (homes, building materials, travel, electronics, gym memberships & more)
• Supportive team culture with mentorship and training
• Free lunch every other Friday (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
• Free doughnuts & apples every Monday
• Stable, long-standing company with year-round work

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician performs preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and general maintenance on production equipment, machinery, tools, and facility systems. This position works closely with Maintenance, Production, and Safety to minimize equipment downtime and maintain a safe, productive manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime
• Inspect equipment and identify wear, damage, or potential failures
• Repair or replace worn and defective components
• Assist with machinery installations, modifications, and upgrades
• Perform general building and facility maintenance
• Assist with welding, light fabrication, plumbing, HVAC, or electrical repairs when qualified
• Maintain maintenance records, inspections, and work orders
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and all Company safety policies
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition
• Work closely with Production and Safety to support efficient operations

Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requests in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Required Qualifications

• Previous maintenance, manufacturing, industrial, construction, or facility maintenance experience preferred
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and perform repairs
• OSHA 10 certification preferred or ability to obtain
• Reliable attendance and a strong safety mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Industrial electrical maintenance experience
• Basic PLC troubleshooting experience
• Welding or light fabrication experience
• HVAC experience
• Small engine repair experience
• Experience maintaining production equipment, stationary saws, pneumatic systems, hoists, motors, and industrial machinery

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequently bend, kneel, squat, climb, push, pull, and reach
• Lift up to 50 pounds independently and heavier items with assistance
• Work in an active manufacturing environment with noise, dust, machinery, and varying temperatures while wearing required PPE

Work Schedule

• Full-time, onsite
• Monday-Friday (Until August 28, 2026)
• Overtime and Saturdays as needed based on production requirements
• Occasional early mornings or evenings may be required

Beginning August 31, 2026

• Monday–Thursday
• 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Three-day weekends every week

Hiring Timeline

We're hiring immediately!
Applications are reviewed as received, and interviews are scheduled promptly.

Start Date:

As soon as the right candidate is identified

Equal Opportunity Employer

KIT Custom HomeBuilders is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Department: Maintenance
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position