Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician Stainless

This role is a hands-on Maintenance Technician position in a stainless metal recycling facility in Fort Wayne, IN. You will perform troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on industrial equipment and systems to keep operations running safely and efficiently on a 1st shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on industrial machinery and equipment to minimize downtime and support continuous operations.
• Respond promptly to machine breakdowns, diagnose issues, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems according to established schedules and procedures.
• Work with 480V three-phase electrical systems, ensuring safe and proper operation of equipment.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, diagrams, and technical drawings to install, maintain, and repair machinery.
• Utilize PLC troubleshooting skills to assist in diagnosing control system issues when applicable.
• Perform welding tasks as needed to repair or fabricate components for industrial equipment.
• Inspect equipment regularly to identify potential problems and recommend improvements or repairs.
• Collaborate with operations and other maintenance team members to prioritize work orders and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Learn to operate heavy machinery such as forklifts, skid steers, and cranes to support maintenance and material handling needs.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout and other safe work practices, in a heavy industrial environment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work performed, including repairs, parts used, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and overall facility performance.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience working with 480V three-phase electrical systems.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Willingness to learn and safely operate heavy machinery such as forklifts, skid steers, and cranes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills for industrial equipment maintenance.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and respond quickly to equipment breakdowns.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and working safely in a non-climate-controlled industrial setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PLC troubleshooting experience in an industrial environment is a plus
• Welding experience, including repair and fabrication, is a significant plus.
• Comfort working in an environment where you may be exposed to the elements from time to time.
• Ability to work effectively with a maintenance team and communicate clearly with operations staff.

Why Work Here?

You will join a company that rewards performance through a weekly pay structure complemented by a bonus program, with past averages adding substantially to base earnings. The benefits package is comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, as well as a 401(k) with company matching and an HSA with company contributions. You can share in the organization's success through a profit sharing program after meeting hours requirements, and build your future with tuition reimbursement up to a set annual amount for continued education. The company invests in your safety and comfort by providing uniforms, boots, hard hats, and warm weather gear, and supports work-life balance with paid holidays. This is a place where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your contributions directly impact both your earnings and the company's success.

Work Environment

The role is based in a stainless metal recycling facility with a heavy industrial setting. The environment is non-climate-controlled, and you will work in the elements from time to time, requiring comfort with varying temperatures and outdoor exposure. Openings are on 1st shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 2nd shift 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., another 2nd shift 1:45pm to 10:45 p.m., 3rd - 2-2-3 schedule 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., supporting ongoing production operations. The facility uses industrial equipment and heavy machinery, including forklifts, skid steers, cranes, and systems powered by 480V three-phase electricity, hydraulics, and pneumatics. The company supplies uniforms, boots, hard hats, and warm weather gear to support safety and appropriate attire in this rugged work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $56160.00 - $66560.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

- Weekly pay with bonus structure on top of base pay -- last years average was 15% on top of base - 4 factors going into this though: division, last months profitability, pounds shipped prior week, and safety - Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug insurance, etc. - 401k with company matching program - HSA with company contribution program - Profit sharing program (after 1000 hours worked) - 8% of pre-tax earnings for the year - Tuition reimbursement program up to $5k with maintaining a C average (effective after 6-months of employment) - Uniforms, boots, hard hats, warm weather gear supplied - 10 paid holidays

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2026.