Maintenance Technician – Facilities & Welding

Job Title

Maintenance Technician – Facilities & Welding

Job Category

Manufacturing

Job Description

Bolzoni Group is seeking a reliable and hands-on Maintenance Support Technician – Welding & Facilities to assist with day-to-day maintenance, welding repairs, and facility upkeep in a manufacturing environment. This role supports production by performing preventative maintenance tasks, basic troubleshooting, welding repairs, and general facility maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a practical maintenance or welding background and a strong willingness to learn.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Support Technician provides essential support to plant maintenance and operations by performing routine maintenance, welding repairs, and facility-related tasks. This role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance, light troubleshooting, and maintaining a safe, clean, and functional facility. The position does not require advanced electrical or automation skills but does require solid mechanical aptitude and welding experience.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Support

• Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks according to established schedules and guidance from maintenance leadership.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and repairs of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.
• Support corrective maintenance activities to help minimize equipment downtime.
• Assist with equipment installation, relocation, and light modifications.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document completed work.
• Identify potential equipment issues and report findings to maintenance leadership.
  
  

Welding & Fabrication Support

• Set up and operate welding equipment to perform maintenance-related welding and fabrication repairs.
• Perform welding tasks from work instructions, sketches, or basic drawings.
• Adjust welding parameters such as speed, feed, and temperature to maintain acceptable weld quality.
• Conduct visual inspections of welds before and after completion.
• Maintain accountability for safe operation and quality of welding work.
  
  

Facilities & Grounds Maintenance

• Support maintenance of building systems, plant equipment, and grounds.
• Perform general facility upkeep including repairs, organization, and cleanliness.
• Ensure work areas are maintained in a safe and orderly condition.
  
  

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Properly use issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Support compliance with OSHA and applicable state/local safety standards.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
• 1–3 years of experience in maintenance support, facilities, welding, or a related trade
• Welding experience or welding certification preferred
• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Familiarity with low- and high-pressure hydraulic systems a plus
• Forklift operation experience preferred
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Willingness and ability to rotate through assigned job tasks
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and problem-solving mindset
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing or industrial environment experience
• Background in facilities maintenance, welding, or mechanical repair
• Desire to grow skills within a maintenance or technical career path
  
  

Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

No

Primary Location

Bolzoni US Homewood, IL

Address

17635 Hoffman Way

Zip Code

60430

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled