Industrial Maintenance Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

INTRODUCTION

Shape the heartbeat of our plant. On 2nd or 3rd shift, you’ll keep production moving by inspecting, servicing, repairing, and installing the machines and systems that power our foundry. You’ll balance proactive care with fast, safe response when equipment needs attention—so our teams can deliver on schedule.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A day in the life:

• Begin with preventive maintenance and inspections across a fast-paced, production-focused facility.
• Deep-clean equipment and components; remove, service, and reinstall parts to spec.
• Respond to unexpected breakdowns, diagnose root causes, and perform efficient, lasting repairs.
• Support machine moves and new installations to enhance throughput and reliability.
• Lubricate, adjust, and calibrate equipment for peak performance; document all work performed.
• Use Microsoft Office Suite, InduSoft, and SAP to create work orders, order parts, record time, submit reports, and communicate.
• Assist outside contractors on special projects and participate in weekend/holiday plant shutdowns as scheduled.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.

Travel and reporting

• Travel: Minimal.
• Supervision: None; this is an individual contributor role.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Background in welding, fabrication, plumbing/pipefitting preferred.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn required.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational/community college coursework or equivalent experience preferred.

CORE CAPABILITIES

• Analytical: Solid troubleshooting mindset and problem analysis.
• Decision-making: Prioritize and schedule repairs to minimize production impact.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal skills.
• Teamwork/organization: Work independently or with a team to meet goals.
• Math/reading/reasoning: Confident reading blueprints and using a tape measure.

CERTIFICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT

• Ongoing training/webinars to stay current.
• Ability to obtain certifications as required (e.g., welding, crane, backflow preventer, hydraulic).

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

• Basic hand tools; battery-powered/electric/air tools.
• Saws, drills, grinders, torches, welders, pipe threaders.
• Forklift, aerial lift, overhead hoist.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Perform work at heights on aerial lift platforms and catwalks with appropriate PPE.
• Operate in dirty/dusty areas with PPE; enter confined spaces with PPE.
• Potential exposure to high heat (near molten Iron and hot castings) in summer.
• Potential exposure to cold while working outdoors in winter.
• Fast-paced, demanding, production-focused setting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Climb stairs/ladders; bend, stretch, push, pull, pinch, and kneel as needed.
• Visual inspection of parts and machinery.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

BENEFITS

Waupaca Foundry Offers Competitive Wages And Exceptional Benefits, Including

• Medical, dental, vision on day one
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employer funded retirement plan
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program
• Fitness membership
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employer supported career development, including tuition reimbursement

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.