Skilled - Maintenance Technician

QPS Employment Group; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group in Saint Charles, MO is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment with strong electrical and mechanical skills. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and production support.

Thermoforming experience is a plus. You must have a HS diploma or GED, LOTO certification, and be prepared for 2:30pm–1:00am, 4x10-hour shifts on-site. Equal opportunity employer and safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair experience required.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and equipment repair skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and equipment diagnostics.
• Thermoforming experience is a plus.
• LOTO authorization or certification required.
• Must have personal maintenance tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical and mechanical equipment, including production presses and related machinery.
• Identify and resolve electrical issues involving wiring, motors, sensors, switches, controls, and other electrical components.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and maintain reliable production operations.
• Lead and perform preventative maintenance on production presses and other manufacturing equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Dismantle, repair, adjust, and reassemble machinery and equipment as needed.
• Perform general facility maintenance, including plumbing and building repairs, both inside and outside the plant.
• Safely perform welding, cutting, and fabrication tasks as required.
• Operate shop machinery, maintenance tools, lifts, and other equipment necessary to complete repairs.
• Work at heights when necessary using appropriate lifts and fall‑protection equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and support production needs as required.
• Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical

Mechanical

Schematics reading

Safety compliance

LOTO

Education

High school diploma or GED

LOTO certification

Thermoforming experience

Tools

Forklift certification

Scissor-lift certification

Job description

Position Title: Maintenance Technician Wage: $23.00-$35.00/hour Based on experience Shift: 2nd Hours: 2:30pm-1:00am Monday-Thursday (4x10-hour shifts) We’re seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Technician with strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills to maintain, repair, and optimize manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience with preventative maintenance, electrical diagnostics, and production machinery repair. Thermoforming experience is a plus! This is a great opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional who can troubleshoot equipment, minimize downtime, and keep production running safely and efficiently. Don’t miss this direct hire opportunity in Saint Charles, MO.

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical and mechanical equipment, including production presses and related machinery
• Identify and resolve electrical issues involving wiring, motors, sensors, switches, controls, and other electrical components
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and maintain reliable production operations
• Lead and perform preventative maintenance (PM) on production presses and other manufacturing equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment manuals
• Dismantle, repair, adjust, and reassemble machinery and equipment as needed
• Perform general facility maintenance, including plumbing and building repairs, both inside and outside the plant
• Safely perform welding, cutting, and fabrication tasks as required
• Operate shop machinery, maintenance tools, lifts, and other equipment necessary to complete repairs
• Work at heights when necessary using appropriate lifts and fall‑protection equipment
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and support production needs as required
• Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned by management

Maintenance Technician Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair experience required
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and equipment repair skills
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs and equipment diagnostics
• Thermoforming experience is a plus
• Technical school, vocational training, or related maintenance education preferred
• Current LOTO authorization or certification required
• Forklift and scissor‑lift certification preferred
• Basic math skills and the ability to accurately read a ruler or measuring device
• Must have personal maintenance tools
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to distinguish colors for wiring identification and quality inspections
• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed
• Ability to push, pull, bend, kneel, reach, walk, and sit throughout the workday
• Ability to work at heights and operate lifts when necessary
• Sufficient vision and attention to detail to inspect equipment and identify maintenance issues
• Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, vibration, and elevated noise levels
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing protection
• Hands‑on work around production machinery and industrial equipment
• Must be able to work on‑site and follow all company safety policies

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.