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Skilled - Maintenance Technician
 QPS Employment Group | |
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 United States, Missouri, St. Charles | |
 Oct 31, 2026 | |
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Position Title: Maintenance Technician
Wage: $23.00-$35.00/hour Based on experience Shift: 2nd Hours: 2:30pm-1:00am Monday-Thursday (4x10-hour shifts) We're seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician with strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills to maintain, repair, and optimize manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience with preventative maintenance, electrical diagnostics, and production machinery repair. Thermoforming experience is a plus! This is a great opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional who can troubleshoot equipment, minimize downtime, and keep production running safely and efficiently. Don't miss this direct hire opportunity in Saint Charles, MO. Maintenance Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical and mechanical equipment, including production presses and related machinery - Identify and resolve electrical issues involving wiring, motors, sensors, switches, controls, and other electrical components - Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and maintain reliable production operations - Lead and perform preventative maintenance (PM) on production presses and other manufacturing equipment - Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment manuals - Dismantle, repair, adjust, and reassemble machinery and equipment as needed - Perform general facility maintenance, including plumbing and building repairs, both inside and outside the plant - Safely perform welding, cutting, and fabrication tasks as required - Operate shop machinery, maintenance tools, lifts, and other equipment necessary to complete repairs - Work at heights when necessary using appropriate lifts and fall-protection equipment - Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and maintain a clean, organized work area - Respond to equipment breakdowns and support production needs as required - Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned by management Maintenance Technician Requirements: - High school diploma or GED required - Previous industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience preferred - Electrical troubleshooting and repair experience required - Strong mechanical troubleshooting and equipment repair skills - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings - Experience with preventative maintenance programs and equipment diagnostics - Thermoforming experience is a plus - Technical school, vocational training, or related maintenance education preferred - Current LOTO authorization or certification required - Forklift and scissor-lift certification preferred - Basic math skills and the ability to accurately read a ruler or measuring device - Must have personal maintenance tools - Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team - Ability to distinguish colors for wiring identification and quality inspections - Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per shift - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed - Ability to push, pull, bend, kneel, reach, walk, and sit throughout the workday - Ability to work at heights and operate lifts when necessary - Sufficient vision and attention to detail to inspect equipment and identify maintenance issues - Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, vibration, and elevated noise levels - Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing protection - Hands-on work around production machinery and industrial equipment - Must be able to work on-site and follow all company safety policies 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. | |