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Maintenance Technician

Piston Automotive
Kansas, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 12/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/16/2026
The position will provide a wide variety of general building and equipment maintenance repairs and services for Production. This includes all preventative, predictive and reactive maintenance requirements.

Piston Automotive wasn’t just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.

Why Piston Automotive?

Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement , Vehicle and Product Discounts

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, maintain and repair equipment
  • Perform and follow through on regular, preventative and predictive maintenance of equipment
  • Light Fabrication of miscellaneous items for the production shop floor (i.e., holding fixtures, brackets and material handling items)
  • Repair work includes basic painting, simple carpentry, routine plumbing repairs and routine or special facility maintenance functions
  • Receive work orders and schedule own assignments
  • Effectively multitask and prioritize work
  • Follow standard safety procedures, correct safety and environmental hazards and report then to the appropriate supervisor immediately
  • May be required to work overtime in emergency situations or when it would be advantageous to perform task at a time other than regular hours
  • All PLC controls and communications functions, including trouble shooting, program editing and repairs
  • Troubleshooting and repairs of Vision Inspection Systems
  • Troubleshooting and repairs of DC Torque Control Systems
  • Interface with Production IT department to ensure smooth system performance and enhancements
  • Install, maintain and troubleshoot secondary high and low voltage electrical systems
  • Provide assistance to mechanical installations as directed

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of general building maintenance and repair
  • Sufficient mechanical knowledge and experience to identify and correct mechanical malfunctions
  • Proficient in electrical repair and machinery installation
  • Proficient with High Voltage Electrical Safety and associated Arc Flash requirements
  • Knowledge of HVAC systems and plumbing
  • Ability to recognize operational inconsistencies and hazards in the work place and display proper judgment in responding to them
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructional manuals, vendor manuals, technical data and work orders
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
  • Ability to perform tasks or functions completely with minimal supervision
  • Complete understanding of Plant electrical systems, including DC Voltage and AC Voltage 24 V to 480 V.
  • Proficiency in electrical installations with conduit and wiring practices.
  • Experience using sensing and control devices
  • Support follow and support the Lock Out /Tag Out program.
  • Proficient with PLC troubleshooting, programming and communications using the following software; RS Loqix 500 & RS Loqix 5000, RS View & RS Panelbuilder
  • Proficient with Vision System troubleshooting, programming and communications using the following software; Cognex Insite Explorer, Cognex and may include others depending on equipment
  • Experience with standard office computing systems including Word, Office, Excel, and internet browsers

Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at pistongrouptalent@pistongroup.com . We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.

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