Maintenance Repairman

LMT Defense • Eldridge, IA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Repairman services and repairs equipment in support of facilities, manufacturing, and inventory control operations. The role helps minimize downtime, maintain a safe work environment, and ensure on-time customer delivery. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with electrical and mechanical systems.

The position involves maintaining and repairing buildings, grounds, production equipment, and related mechanical and electrical systems. It also supports CNC equipment and facility systems, equipment installation and setup, parts inventory, and continuous improvement activities. Additional duties may be assigned by the Facilities Maintenance Manager or Plant Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn and develop more advanced technical skills.

Nice To Haves

• Trade certification, such as Journeyman, Electrician, or Mechanic.
• Experience servicing and repairing CNC equipment; Mazak experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair buildings, grounds, equipment, and associated mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and logic issues; understand root causes to support preventative actions.
• Complete maintenance work orders efficiently while minimizing production downtime, coordinating with senior repairmen and the department manager.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on CNC equipment and facility systems.
• Diagnose mechanical and basic electrical issues using prints, manuals, and schematics.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and document work in the CMMS.
• Support efforts to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
• Assist with installation and setup of CNC equipment and fixtures.
• Maintain repair parts inventory, request needed parts, and keep work areas organized.
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build and install new equipment and fixtures to support manufacturing.
• Support Facilities and operations as needed based on workload.
• Perform other duties requested by the Facilities Maintenance Manager or Plant Manager.

Benefits

• Paid time off after 90 days of employment.
• Bonus time off for good attendance.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health savings account (HRA).
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) account with employer matching.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Climate-controlled facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED