Maintenance Tech 1

Panduit•Crown Point, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Panduit, we don’t just offer a job – we offer a career where your contributions directly impact our customers, the environment and our company’s success. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, innovate, and be a part of an inclusive team that celebrates both individual and collective achievements. If you’re ready to elevate your career and help us deliver exceptional experiences to our customers, apply today and make your mark with Panduit! This position is eligible for a $500 sign on bonus (to be received upon hire) and $1,000 stay on bonus (to be received after 6 months of employment). Join our team as a Maintenance Tech and make a direct impact on reliability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction every day! The Maintenance Tech 1 delivers hands-on technical support for equipment, machinery, tools, furniture, modular offices, and facility systems in low-impact, non-critical environments. This role ensures smooth daily operations by performing preventive maintenance and executing timely corrective repairs with basic troubleshooting expertise. Focused on reliability and customer satisfaction, the Maintenance Tech 1 optimizes costs and resources while maintaining a safe and efficient workspace. Key responsibilities include monitoring conveyor systems, serving as the first line of defense for tape machines and box machines, clearing jams, supporting the hospital lane, and acting as a vital liaison between operations and maintenance to keep production moving seamlessly.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
1-2 years in maintenance role.
Basic electrical knowledge and proficiency with hand tools preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Execute preventive maintenance tasks on basic, low-criticality equipment.
Proactively identify issues, provide clear feedback to the supervisor, and recommend improvements to strengthen equipment reliability and optimize the preventive maintenance strategy.
Diagnose and repair reported equipment issues quickly and effectively to restore optimal working conditions.
Communicate findings and recurring concerns to the supervisor and collaborate with senior technicians when troubleshooting complex or repeat problems.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests by partnering with customers to understand needs and deliver timely, high-quality solutions.
Track required materials, spare parts, and supplies to ensure efficient execution and minimize downtime.
Support equipment installations, upgrades, layout changes, refurbishments, and other improvement initiatives, contributing to successful project execution and continuous operational enhancement.