Maintenance Technician

Westlake • Janesville, WI

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About The Position

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake company and North American PVC pipe manufacturer, is seeking a Maintenance Technician. The role supports reliable plant operations by maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems, performing preventive maintenance, and completing repairs and improvement projects. The schedule is 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, with an 8% shift differential. Starting pay is $30.29–$38.46 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

• High school equivalency diploma or GED at minimum.
• At least 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting with a multimeter up to 480 volts.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of work safety, including Arc Flash and lockout/tagout (LOTO).

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems maintenance as required.
• Assess equipment and system condition—including filters, oil, hydraulics, compressors, motors, pumps, plumbing, and electrical systems—and determine immediate and future actions to prevent unscheduled downtime.
• Install and set up barrels and screws on extruders, with minimal or no supervision.
• Complete welding and fabrication work, process repairs, improvements, and capital projects.
• Use Fiix Maintenance Module software to generate work orders, track labor, and record materials and parts used.
• Make at least two rounds per shift to inspect compressors, chillers, water pumps, storage silos, material transfer systems, extrusion equipment, air, water, electrical systems, and other operation-critical equipment.
• Resolve equipment problems, leaks, and other deficiencies and take action as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with the Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and make component adjustments or repairs.
• Maintain organization and high housekeeping standards.
• Suggest safety, efficiency, and cost improvements to management.
• Train maintenance and production associates in total productive maintenance activities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, with three plan options, effective day one.
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental.
• Vision insurance through VSP.
• 401(k) with 4% company match.
• Annual retirement contribution of 3%.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance equal to 2 times annual salary.
• Optional life and AD&D insurance.
• Multiple complimentary Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Quarterly Incentive Program bonus of up to 8% of quarterly earnings.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Paid vacation.
• 8% hourly shift differential.
• Free lunch on Fridays.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Fitness reimbursement program.
• Pay for Knowledge Program.
• Opportunity for advancement.

What This Job Offers

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