Maintenance Technician - Yankton, SD

Wilson Trailer Company•Yankton, SD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Wilson Trailer is hiring a full-time Maintenance Technician to maintain plant equipment. The position conducts machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance. The role is on the day shift, currently 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The employee may need to work a split shift for a few months until training is complete. The company describes this as a career opportunity in the truck trailer industry, with a starting wage that depends on experience, scheduled increases, and a full benefits package. A pre-employment drug test and background check are required.

Requirements

Preferably 2–4 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
Mechanical aptitude, good attendance, willingness to learn, and enjoyment of working with others in a busy workplace.
Understanding of hydraulics and hydraulic schematics.
Basic electrical knowledge.
Valid driver's license.
Welding skills.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Average computer skills and ability to navigate computer systems for various tasks.
Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate clearly and concisely in English.
Must take a written test on job knowledge.
High school graduate or GED.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including protective eyewear, hearing protection, hardhat, steel-toe boots, welding mask, and protective gloves.
Able to perform work with a projected heavy work classification, including infrequent lifting up to 100 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably 2–4 years.

Responsibilities

Maintain plant equipment.
Set up machines and troubleshoot and repair equipment issues.
Perform preventive maintenance to ensure machinery and mechanical equipment operate properly.
Inspect hoist chains, forklifts, and tools for safety.
Read and understand machine prints to identify and fix issues.
Work independently or as part of a team.
Fabricate parts as needed using a mill, lathe, and/or welder.