Machine Maintenance Technician - Fri-Sun, 6am-6pm

Daktronics • Brookings, SD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Daktronics is hiring a Machine Maintenance Technician for its Facilities department in Brookings, South Dakota. The technician helps keep the company’s factories operating smoothly by maintaining and repairing automated equipment and its electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems. The role also contributes to operational excellence by improving maintenance programs, keeping records, and supporting equipment and process decisions.

The primary schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday through Sunday, with overtime as needed. The work environment is described as clean, safe, organized, and well lit. The typical hiring range is $31.00 to $36.00 per hour, including base pay and an applicable shift increment. Actual offers may depend on factors including education, experience, location, and applicable local legislation. Financial relocation assistance is offered for positions requiring placement in a specific location. The selected individual must be able to travel by air and ground and comply with Daktronics’ Driver Eligibility Policy. Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Requirements

• Associate degree (two-year) in Electrical, Robotics, Mechatronics, Diesel Mechanics, Energy Technology, or a similar technical field.
• Demonstrated ability in problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow work plans and prioritize work orders, escalating issues when needed.
• Ability to reliably work scheduled hours, including scheduled overtime.
• Ability to consistently complete quality work in a timely manner.
• Good communication skills, including technical writing.
• Willingness and ability to learn quickly, receive feedback, and make changes.
• Ability to participate as a team member and interact positively and professionally with a variety of personnel.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, exercising discretion and independent judgment effectively.
• Wear required protective equipment in accordance with Daktronics Safety Policy and OSHA standards; pulmonary function tests for respirator use may be required.
• Ability to work around paint, solvent, and solder smells.
• Ability to move materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to remain stationary for the full shift, with planned breaks.
• Ability to work at heights, including on ladders and platforms.
• Full range of motion, including bending and lifting; ability to reach in all directions, including from awkward positions.
• Steady hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to identify wire and paint colors and read fine print.
• Ability to travel by air and ground and comply with the Daktronics Driver Eligibility Policy; this will be verified through a motor vehicle record check.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer skills.
• A customer service mindset.
• Enjoyment of tinkering with machines.
• Enjoyment of problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on automated equipment.
• Make emergency repairs to electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Train peers to perform maintenance tasks.
• Communicate effectively over the phone to repair equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned and as needed to meet customer expectations.
• Evaluate and improve preventative maintenance programs.
• Operate automated equipment.
• Enter details into work orders about work performed and materials consumed.
• Contribute to discussions about new equipment purchases, processes, and materials.
• Maintain records of maintenance procedures and parts.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and meaningful benefits.
• Financial relocation assistance for positions that require placement in a specific location.
• Required personal protective equipment is provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree