Maintenance Technician

About the role

Keep our equipment running. Keep our operations moving. Build your future at Nekoosa.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated production equipment using electro-mechanical skills.
• Diagnose and repair PLCs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), pumps, motors, sensors, and power distribution systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime.
• Read electrical schematics, manuals, and technical drawings to identify and resolve issues.
• Document maintenance work accurately in the CMMS system.
• Support shutdowns, maintenance projects, and reliability improvements.

Requirements

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Maintenance certification, technical coursework, or equivalent training.
• Knowledge of electronic control systems, PLCs, motors, drives, and industrial electrical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and stay organized in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.

Skills

• Electro-mechanical skills.
• PLC knowledge.
• Motor and drive troubleshooting.
• Technical reading and documentation.

Benefits

• Three medical plan options.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• STD, LTD, life, and AD&D insurance.
• Generous PTO package.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid volunteer time.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Steel-toe boot and prescription safety glasses allowance.
• Bonus and employee referral programs.

Pay

Details TBD.

Schedule

Night shift maintenance position, 10 pm - 6 am M-F.