Maintenance Technician 35 Hr

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician maintains and repairs large corrugating and converting equipment used to produce cardboard boxes in a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role combines mechanical and electrical maintenance, including troubleshooting automated equipment, conveyors, and printing presses, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on corrugating and converting machines used in cardboard box production.
• Troubleshoot and repair conveyors, printing presses, and other automated production equipment.
• Replace and rewire AC/DC motors ranging from 480V to 2140V, including 480V 3-phase and 24V circuitry.
• Inspect, replace, and align gearboxes and bearings on industrial machinery.
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including changing filters and fluids and repairing brake systems.
• Use MIG welding on steel components to repair or fabricate machine parts as needed.
• Troubleshoot drives and programmable logic controllers (PLCs), including reading and interpreting input and output signals.
• Fabricate and modify parts using drill presses, torches, and other shop equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics to diagnose equipment issues and plan repairs.
• Use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to receive work orders, document work performed, and order replacement parts.
• Order and track parts, ensuring timely availability for maintenance activities.
• Work collaboratively with other maintenance technicians and production staff to minimize downtime and support continuous operations.
• Follow all safety procedures and best practices while working on high-voltage, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Participate in shift-based maintenance coverage, including required weekend work on a rotational schedule.
• Support training and knowledge sharing within the maintenance team to enhance overall technical capability.

Essential Skills

• At least 23 years of experience in the maintenance field, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical knowledge up to 480V 3-phase, including work with 24V control circuitry.
• Hands-on experience working with AC/DC motors, drives, and sensors in automated equipment.
• Mechanical experience with industrial bearings, conveyors, and automated machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics and diagrams.
• Proven experience troubleshooting automated equipment and identifying root causes of failures.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, including reading inputs and outputs for troubleshooting purposes.
• Proficiency in maintaining and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a stable, high-volume manufacturing operation that values teamwork, safety, and professional growth. The maintenance team works with modern, well-organized equipment in a clean facility and benefits from structured training, including an initial day-shift training period before transitioning to the regular shift. The environment encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing among a dedicated group of experienced maintenance professionals, providing opportunities to expand both electrical and mechanical skill sets over time.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Valparaiso, IN.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $72800.00/yr. Direct hire benefits, full package on file for candidates.

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Valparaiso, IN.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.