Maintenance Technician Facilities Equipment

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing and maintaining equipment and/or systems to ensure optimal performance, functionality and safety. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of delivering reliable solutions to our customers. This role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment, including welders, as well as facility infrastructure.
• Perform maintenance mechanic duties
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues and perform necessary repairs.
• Inspect, repair, and replace defective or worn-out machine components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to aid in troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, records, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company policies.
• Assist in the installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Identify and recommend improvements to maintenance processes and procedures.

In the Supervisor’s absence:

• Schedule repair, maintenance, installation of machines, tools and equipment to ensure continuous production operations
• Assist Plant Manager as required with activities such as fabricating or modifying machines, tools or equipment to manufacture new products or improve existing products
• Directs maintenance activities on utility systems to provide continuous supply of heat, electric power, gas, or air required for operations
• Inspects operating machines and equipment to ensure it is in full conjunction with operational and safety standards
• Discuss equipment needs and modifications with Plant Manager, as required
• Requisitions tools and equipment, and supplies required for maintenance operations
• Assist with training of personnel on new equipment
• Confers and Management, Engineering, and Quality Assurance personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommends measures to improve operations and conditions of machines.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a maintenance mechanic, industrial mechanic, or in a related role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills for maintenance record-keeping.
• Physical Requirements\Range or Motion: ability to climb, walk, squat, kneel and perform above shoulder height activity.
• Occasionally work in various positions (flat and vertical planes, overhead).
• Lift from floor to waist.
• Lift from waist to shoulder and above shoulder height a maximum of 10 lbs.
• Work in various temperatures.
• Ability to work with or around chemicals.
• Welding and fabrication experience is an asset but not required.
• Willingness to use protective gear

Walinga USA is located just north of Wayland, Michigan with easy access to 131. Walinga USA is a leader in the worldwide Ag Industry for customized manufacturing of bulk feed trailers with additional locations in Iowa, Canada and Australia. Walinga USA takes pride in quality craftmanship and superb customer satisfaction. Our location in Wayland manufactures highly specialized trailers for hauling animal feed and grains. Each trailer is designed and built to meet individual customer specifications and exceed expectations.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and growing company and growth opportunity for yourself, we encourage you to apply. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.

It is the policy of Walinga USA Inc not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, race, sex, gender expression, parental or marital status, disability, national origin, religion or veteran status.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Wayland, MI 49348 In Person