Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianThis role involves mechanical maintenance with a focus on troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues on various machines. You will work with equipment such as bearing machines, wire cutting machines, shape enders, centerless grinders, and motors. A significant part of your job will include rebuilding gearboxes and working on hydraulic pumps and motors. The role is primarily mechanical, with minimal electrical work required.ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot and repair mechanical issues on machines.Work with equipment including bearing machines, wire cutting machines, and centerless grinders.Rebuild gearboxes as a major task.Read and understand manuals to replace parts or bearings on machines.Perform maintenance on hydraulic pumps and various types of motors.Conduct preventive maintenance (75%), reactive maintenance (15%), and project-based tasks (10%).Essential Skills3 years of mechanical repair experience, specifically on pumps or pneumatic components.Proficiency in maintenance technician, maintenance mechanic, and industrial maintenance tasks.Hydraulics and pneumatics knowledge.Mechanical ability and basic electrical understanding.Ability to read blueprints and manuals.Experience in greasing bearings and changing out motors.Additional Skills & QualificationsOwnership of basic hand tools and a toolbox.Electrical experience is a plus.Wastewater experience is advantageous.Why Work Here?Enjoy consistent work year-round with opportunities for overtime. The company has a strong track record of promoting from within and offers a profit-sharing program for direct hires. Experience salary increases at specific intervals and benefit from a $1/hr shift premium.Work EnvironmentWork at Plant 1, primarily on the 3rd shift from 11 PM to 7 AM, Sunday through Thursday. Initial training will be on day shifts for 1-3 months. Once you transition to the off-shift, you will receive a $1/hr shift premium. Enjoy annual reviews and pay raises.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bremen, IN.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $29.00/hr.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.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Bremen, IN.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.