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Maintenance Tech

Gates Corporation
Columbia, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 11/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2027
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

What to Expect

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Columbia, MO office, you will be a Maintenance Technician. Our Maintenance Technicians are responsible for troubleshooting, assembling, testing, and maintaining complex heavy industrial equipment.

Key Responsibilities (to name a few)

  • Perform preventive maintenance, repair industrial equipment, address safety concerns, and ensure the overall upkeep of the facility.
  • Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
  • Utilize diagnostic tools and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
  • Repair or replace defective equipment components to minimize downtime.
  • Suggest and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency
  • Install, repair, and maintain electrical wiring, motors, control panels, and PLC systems.
  • Operate machine tools such as lathes, grinders, and welding equipment to fabricate or repair components.

About You

  • 2- technical degree in Maintenance background preferred; or 5 years of relevant experience
  • Previous experience, with a strong background in industrial maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, and basic PLC troubleshooting.
  • Proficiency in reading schematics and working with hydraulics, pneumatics, fabrication, and equipment installation.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without sponsorship.

Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Work Environment

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

GDPR: Gates are committed to protecting your private data. Please see below the link to our Job Applicants Privacy Statement which we would ask you to read in full. By applying for this position, you confirm that you have read, understood and accepted this policy.

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