Industrial Maintenance Technician

Grede•Wauwatosa, WI

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About The Position

Grede is seeking a skilled and experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to support the reliability, safety, and efficiency of equipment and systems. The role focuses on advanced troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and optimization of industrial machinery, while working with cross-functional teams to maximize uptime, productivity, and safety. The technician will also lead projects, mentor junior mechanics, and support equipment installation, upgrades, and system integration.

Requirements

Minimum 5–7 years of experience in industrial maintenance or a related field.
Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems.
Proficiency with diagnostic tools and predictive maintenance technologies.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, background check, and respirator fit test.
Ability to stand, bend, twist, kneel, and walk for 10+ hours; push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds; and work in an extremely hot environment.

Nice To Haves

Certification or degree in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead maintenance strategies, equipment overhauls, and rebuilds for critical equipment such as turbines, motors, and compressors.
Diagnose and repair industrial machinery, including motors, pumps, furnaces, conveyors, and dust collectors.
Oversee equipment installation, commissioning, and startup.
Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control-system issues using advanced diagnostic methods and tools.
Conduct root cause analysis and predictive maintenance to prevent downtime.
Mentor and train junior technicians, coordinate maintenance schedules, and lead teams during shutdowns or major overhauls.
Integrate new equipment into production lines, manage upgrades and retrofits, and collaborate with engineers to improve efficiency, safety, and reliability.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve hydraulic, pneumatic, and lubrication systems.
Troubleshoot and program electrical systems, including high-voltage equipment, VFDs, PLCs, and SCADA systems; assist with control-system design.
Implement and manage predictive maintenance programs using CMMS tools, ensuring accurate monitoring and timely interventions.
Enforce OSHA and industry safety standards, conduct audits, manage LOTO procedures, and lead safety training initiatives.
Perform advanced welding, fabrication, and machining to repair or modify equipment and produce custom parts.
Maintain maintenance records, prepare performance reports, and develop SOPs for consistent repair and operating standards.