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LAF Maintenance Tech

Rea Magnet Wire
Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/3/2026
At Rea Magnet Wire, we don’t just produce magnet wire – we POWER THE WORLD. If you are passionate about the industrial maintenance field, have hydraulics and/or fluid controls knowledge, and welding experience, we encourage you to apply and become part of our innovative team! ⚡️

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Job Summary

Supports production through the maintenance and repair of mechanical systems and machines throughout the plant. Responsible for complete preventative maintenance on all machinery as scheduled. Is knowledgeable in the procedures and safety measures in the area(s) of specialty.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, piping, boiler, steam, cooling tower and pneumatic equipment and systems.
  • Bearing installation, shaft installation and alignment, coupler installation and alignment.
  • Gearbox and fluid pump rebuildand installation.
  • Basic maintenance welding of various metals (Mig, Stick, Tig)
  • Thread and run black pipe, stainless steel pipe, and copper pipe.
  • Industrial motor installation, alignment, and balancing.
  • Industrial machine rigging and installation requirements.
  • Maintain lubrication requirements of industrial equipment.
  • Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of mechanical theories and principles based on the mechanical items listed above, along with properties of various materials, and principles of operations and application of mechanical equipment.
  • Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with Rea safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
  • Advises operators of operations procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
  • Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
  • Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.
  • Maintains clean and safe work environment.
  • Assists maintenance and operations personnel with technical troubleshooting.
  • Assists other maintenance and other technical-level employees.
  • All other work-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • 2 to 5 years of proven experience in the mechanical, hydraulic, piping andpneumatic fields in a manufacturing environment.
  • A thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment and piping systems
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Must be able to become RCRA trained
  • Mobile Equipment Certification, including all powered industrial trucks, aerial platforms, etc.
  • Ability to comfortably work at various heights and equipment levels.

Competencies

  • Problem Solving for mechanical applications
  • Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanic, piping, boiler, and steam systems.
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Learning Orientation

Pay: starting at $32.00/hour; new Pay for Qualifications up to $44/hour with company paid training

Schedule

7PM-7AM, 12 HOUR SHIFTS FOLLOWING THE 2-2-3 PATTERN, NIGHTS ONLY

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k & 401k matching
  • Health Savings Account
  • Educational Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Program

Physical Demand And Work Environment

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at the manufacturing site including high temperatures. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.
  • The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, sitting, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, climbing stairs, reach above and below chest level, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with arms. This position works at various levels. The employee must frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds and may be exposed to chemical, non-toxic fumes or dust. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Work Environment: The employee will occasionally be exposed to Cold Temperatures <55 degrees and Heat >100 degrees. The environment is well lit; The noise level in the environment is loud due to exposure and use of fork trucks, but employee may be exposed to higher than 85 decibels on occasion, hearing protection is required. Employee may be occasionally required to enter confined spaces.

If you are passionate about the industrial maintenance field and have the necessary skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply!

Salary : $32 - $44

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