Machine Maintenance Technician
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Key details
- Location
- Baxter Springs, KS, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid level
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 2–5 yrs
- Function
- Skilled trades & Manufacturing
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 7h ago
Skills
blueprint readingbuilding maintenancecnccnc machinesengineering drawingsfacilities maintenancehand toolshydraulicsindustrial maintenanceladder logiclockout/tagoutmechanical systemsmultimetersplcpneumaticspower toolspreventive maintenancetechnical documentationtroubleshootingweldingwiring diagrams
About the role
KMT Waterjet, Inc., a Shape Technologies Group Company, is seeking a Machine Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance team. In this hands-on role, you'll help keep our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently by maintaining CNC machines, production equipment, and facility systems. You'll work alongside experienced maintenance professionals to diagnose problems, perform repairs, and support continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.
What We Offer.
- Competitive Hourly Pay
- Monday-Friday Day Shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
- Up to 3 Weeks PTO for New Hires
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Climate-Controlled Manufacturing Facility
- Company-Paid Uniforms
- Paid Gym Membership
- $200 Annual Safety Shoe/Boot Allowance
- Company-Paid Prescription Safety Glasses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
In addition to training and career advancement opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), company-paid life insurance, company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
More Than Just a Paycheck
Through our TAC Team, employees also enjoy:
- Back-to-School Supply Drives
- Season of Giving Holiday Assistance Program
- Regular Employee Appreciation Events
Job Summary:
The Machine Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining CNC machines, industrial equipment, and facility systems. This position plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, supporting production goals, and ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently. The technician will work with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems while collaborating with production and engineering teams to support operational success.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs on CNC machines and industrial equipment.
- Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled equipment, motor drives, sensors, and electrical control systems.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, blueprints, and technical drawings.
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections and scheduled maintenance activities.
- Install, calibrate, and adjust machine components and control systems.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform corrective maintenance to minimize production downtime.
- Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance tasks.
- Support facility maintenance projects and general building maintenance as needed.
- Follow all company safety policies, including lockout/tagout procedures.
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and equipment upgrades.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with industrial machinery, CNC equipment, and facility maintenance systems.
- Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, controls, and PLC systems.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, multimeters, measuring devices, welding equipment, and industrial lifts.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED
- Two (2) or more years of industrial maintenance, machine maintenance, or related experience required.
- Experience maintaining CNC machining equipment required.
- Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems required.
- Electrical certification, technical degree, or CNC maintenance training is a plus.
Work Schedule
This position is regularly scheduled for Monday thru Friday from 6:00am to 2:30pm. Occasional overtime, early mornings, evenings, or weekend work may be required to respond to equipment failures, facility issues, weather-related events, or maintenance projects. Schedule flexibility may be required to support operational needs.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be capable of standing for extended periods (8+ hours per shift), lifting, carrying, and moving items weighing up to 50+ pounds, and performing physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, twisting, climbing, and working at heights. This position may require the use of industrial aerial lifts and powered equipment and the ability to work in both hot and cold environments.