Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of mechanical, preventive, and process maintenance tasks to ensure reliable operation of plant equipment and utilities. This position bridges the skills of a traditional millwright with process system maintenance, focusing heavily on mechanical repair, rotating equipment, and safe support of production operations in a manufacturing environment.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, gearboxes, and rotating process equipment.
• Install, align, and maintain mechanical systems including piping, valves, seals, and couplings.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures in production and utility systems.
• Support process maintenance activities including filter changes, tank and line cleaning, and equipment rebuilds.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, and P&IDs to safely perform maintenance and modifications.
• Fabricate or modify parts and components using hand tools, grinders, welders, and cutting torches as needed.
• Work closely with engineering, production, and EHS to ensure maintenance tasks meet safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new production equipment and process systems.
• Document maintenance activities in CMMS or work order system with clear, accurate detail.
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and other safety procedures at all times.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance and process areas.
• The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certificate preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, millwright, or mechanical repair.
• Experience in chemical, automotive, or process manufacturing strongly preferred.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot rotating and process equipment.
• Knowledge of pumps, motors, seals, valves, pneumatics, hydraulics, and bearings.
• Familiarity with process piping, flanges, gaskets, and mechanical connections.
• Ability to safely operate welders, grinders, hoists, and precision measuring tools.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and instrumentation a plus.
• CMMS or computerized maintenance system experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, P&IDs, and technical drawings.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments with varying temperatures.

• Strong safety awareness and adherence to policies.
• Problem‑solving and mechanical reasoning skills.
• Communication and teamwork across departments.
• Dependability, initiative, and willingness to learn.
• Focus on continuous improvement and reliability.

Job location:

Kokomo, IN

Salary range: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00

Employment type:

Full‑time

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Chemical Manufacturing