New 
Skilled - Maintenance Technician
 QPS Employment Group | |
77,000
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 United States, Wisconsin, Kenosha | |
| 5022 6th Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Oct 07, 2026 | |
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Position Title: Maintenance Technician
Wage: $77,000.00-$78,000.00/year Shift: 3rd Hours: 10:00pm-6:00am Tuesday-Saturday We are seeking experienced Maintenance Mechanics for direct hire opportunities with a growing manufacturing company in Kenosha, Wisconsin. These positions offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, long-term stability, and opportunities for growth. The Maintenance Mechanic will perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production and packaging equipment. This position works closely with production and technical teams to minimize downtime, improve equipment reliability, and maintain safe and efficient manufacturing operations. Maintenance Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production and packaging equipment - Monitor equipment operation and make adjustments to improve performance - Perform preventative and corrective maintenance - Identify mechanical failures and determine appropriate repairs - Clean, lubricate, adjust, and repair machinery - Disassemble equipment to inspect and replace worn or damaged components - Reassemble equipment according to proper procedures - Inspect equipment for defects, hazards, and needed repairs - Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot machinery - Repair and fabricate components using shop equipment and applicable welding techniques - Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance - Partner with production to reduce equipment downtime - Assist with equipment improvements and continuous improvement initiatives - Maintain a safe and organized work environment Maintenance Technician Requirements: - High school diploma or GED - Preferred Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Robotics, Industrial Technology, or a related field - 3+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance/repair experience - At least 1 year of technical or trades training in industrial maintenance or a related field - Preferred experience maintaining high-speed production or packaging equipment - Preferred welding and fabrication experience - Preferred experience training or assisting other maintenance employees - Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills - Experience repairing industrial production equipment - Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings - Experience using hand and power tools, grinders, saws, machine tools, and/or welding equipment - Strong problem-solving skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Flexibility to work overtime as needed - Ability to stand and walk throughout the majority of the shift - Frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, and crouching - Ability to frequently lift and carry tools, equipment, and parts weighing up to 50 pounds - Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment IND999 QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS? - Access to sought-after positions with leading employers - Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee. Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. | |