Industrial Mechanical Technician

C&W Services is the industry leader in cutting-edge maintenance and janitorial programs for facilities ranging from corporate office portfolios and manufacturing plants to large public venues—keeping our client’s facility running smoothly.

About the role

This position is located in Blair, Nebraska. The schedule is Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team-oriented, safety-conscious environment with a “Safety First” approach, including PJHA process, Observation process, and compliance with all company/site safety guidelines and procedures.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on pumps, conveying systems, piping, heat exchangers, power transmissions, and other power-driven rotating equipment in conformance with established standards.
• Complete tasks ranging from supervised to unsupervised, based on assigned tasks and employee development.
• Assist in formulating preventive maintenance standards and work procedures; provide work order feedback on discrepancies noted in service delivery.
• Use hand and power tools daily (e.g., hand grinders, saws, impact wrenches, drill press, hydraulic pullers), rigging equipment, welding, and cutting torches.
• Operate and maintain knowledge of heavy industrial equipment such as forklifts, scissors lifts, basket trucks, and skid loaders.
• Work from elevated areas (ladders, platforms, scaffolding) using fall protection equipment as necessary.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work all shifts, including holidays and weekends as required.
• Ensure compliance with all company and customer regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Achieve performance expectations set forth in performance appraisals, including employee development planning.
• Communicate with team members to assist in short- and long-range planning aligned with company goals and objectives.
• Maintain personal tools required for the job, including an up-to-date documented tool list to be supplied as part of employment.
• Perform assigned tasks safely, effectively, and efficiently.
• Complete accurate and timely administrative duties, including time accounting and work order completion.
• Maintain positive customer and employee relations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or approved GED; AA degree in Industrial Maintenance preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial maintenance and/or 4+ years of education in industrial maintenance technologies/engineering.
• Working knowledge of hand/power tools, precision alignment, rigging, pipefitting, welding, blueprint reading, mathematics, and Preventive/Predictive Maintenance.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other vehicles safely.
• Ability to work in elevated areas using fall protection equipment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, move for extended periods, ascend/descend staircases/ladders, and operate tools and equipment.
• Ability to wear a respirator while performing job duties.
• Strong communication skills to convey information effectively.
• Ability to arrange tasks or actions in a specific order or pattern (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, or operations).

Work Environment

The role involves exposure to:

• Moving mechanical parts, high/precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
• Occasional extreme heat, extreme cold, wet/humid conditions.
• Very loud noise levels.

Pay

$32.20–$37.88 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Weekly pay on Fridays.
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one, including health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Employee Perks and Daily Pay Programs.
• Advancement opportunities and training to work in a cutting-edge facility.
• Company-provided safety apparel and uniforms.
• Flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.