What are the responsibilities and job description for the INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE (2rd Shift) position at WEG TRANSFORMERS USA?
Description
Pay / Benefits:
Pay: $26 - $34.28 / hour
($26.00 - $34.28 $0.75 / hour shift premium)
Benefits:
WEG offers competitive compensation, meaningful and exciting career options, as well as excellent benefits, including:
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starts at 30 days.
- 401(k) with Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company paid life & disability insurance.
- Bonus Plan (pro-rated)
Specific details & more in the WEG Transformers USA & IUE-CWA CBA, 2021.
WEG: Our Company
WEG builds the machines that power industries around the world. Since 1961, we’ve grown into one of the largest electric equipment manufacturers globally, with over 47,000 employees and operations in more than 135 countries.
In the U.S., WEG Transformers USA (WTU) has been expanding year over year—increasing our need for skilled, hands-on professionals to keep our equipment running and our operations efficient. If you’re looking for a place where your mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills make a real impact, WEG is the place for you!
What We Stand For
At WEG, we live by six core values:
- Human Company – We respect your skills and support your growth.
- Team Work – We solve problems together.
- Efficiency – We fix what needs fixing, fast.
- Flexibility – We adapt to new challenges.
- Innovation – We improve tools, systems, and processes.
- Leadership – We set the standard in our industry.
Sustainability in Action
We don’t just build equipment—we build responsibly. WEG supports green initiatives through our Environmental, Sustainability, and Governance (ESG) programs.
Why Maintenance Matters at WEG
Our maintenance teams keep production moving. In addition to preventative and restorative maintenance, you’ll also work with automated systems and precision equipment, including laser cutting machines. We invest in modern tools, preventive maintenance programs, and continuous training—because we know reliable machines start with reliable people.
You’ll help us:
- Inspect, repair, and optimize manufacturing systems
- Support upgrades and installations
- Troubleshoot issues before they become problems
- Keep safety and efficiency front and center
Industrial Maintenance Role
Job Summary
This position requires prior maintenance experience and proficiency in Relay Logic, PLC controls, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Candidate will need to possess a high degree of technical skill and the ability to work on a wide variety of equipment. The ideal candidate will be willing to work a flexible schedule, extended work hours and weekends as needed. The ability to work at height is a requirement for this position.
WEG offers competitive compensation, meaningful and exciting career options, as well as excellent benefits, including paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability and Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Read about our career opportunities and inquire about being a member of our first-class team @ https://www.weg.us/careers.
Apply Today & Join Us:
- Do you take pride in keeping machines running smoothly?
- Do you want the opportunity to do what you do Best, Every Day?
- Do you want to be part of a Growing Company?
If you answered "Yes" & meet our qualifications, we invite you to apply today to join the WEG Transformers Team!
Please contact us at 1-636-239-9300 should you need an ADA referral to the recruiter for this requisition.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Strong safety orientation and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Skilled in diagnosing and repairing electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
- Able to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics
- Demonstrated fabrication and mechanical installation skills
- Experience performing preventative maintenance across plant equipment
- Capable of moving and relocating machinery, installing attachments and guards safely
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
- Able to read, write, and understand common workplace vocabulary
- Proficient in basic math, including fractions, decimals, and percentages
- Able to read and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, and layouts
- Resides within a reasonable commuting distance
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Safety Sensitive position, must successfully complete:
- Application
- Talent Assessment
- Job interview
- Pre-employment drug screen (includes THC)
- Background check
- Maintenance skills assessment
Preferred Qualifications
- Three years of maintenance experience in an industrial / manufacturing setting.
- Associates (two-year) degree in Industrial Maintenance or similar degree from an accredited institution.
Salary : $26 - $34