Maintenance Technician - Direct Hire

Doherty Staffing Solutions

Watertown, SD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$42,640–$66,560 Per Year
SKILLS
Blueprints, Building Systems, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Crane, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, English Language, Environmental Health, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Replacement, Hand Tools, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Machining, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance - Plumbing, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Organizational Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Productivity Management, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Record Keeping, Safety/Work Safety, Test Equipment, Testing, Vocational Training, Welding
LOCATION
Watertown, SD
POSTED
9 days ago
Join a dynamic team in South Dakota! Doherty Staffing Solutions is partnering with a leading manufacturing company located in Watertown, SD. We are seeking candidates for Maintenance Technician roles. Compensation for this direct hire opportunity is $42,640-$66,560 per year. Interested? Read below for more details!

What you’ll do as a Maintenance Technician:
  • Install, maintain, and repair production or processing equipment
  • Perform troubleshooting and machine overhauls using hand tools and precision measuring instruments
  • Repair or replace defective equipment parts and reassemble equipment
  • Conduct routine preventive maintenance on machines and building systems
  • Inspect motors, drives, belts, and fluid levels, and perform maintenance tasks following checklists
  • Use hand tools, power tools, and testing devices to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and electronic issues
  • Assemble, install, or repair wiring, pipe systems, plumbing, and machinery
  • Review blueprints, manuals, and catalogs to determine repair strategies
  • Record maintenance work and associated costs
  • Clean and lubricate parts, including shafts, bearings, and gears
  • Dismantle machinery using hoists, cranes, and hand tools to access faulty components
  • Keep work areas clean and ensure all tasks meet safety, environmental, and health standards
What you need to be a Maintenance Technician:
  • Training from vocational school, on-the-job experience, or an associate’s degree
  • Skills in mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, machining, electrical, and PLC (programmable logic control)
  • Ability to use a range of tools and testing equipment
  • Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills
  • Initiative and ability to work independently
  • Effective communication skills in English
  • Physical ability to perform tasks including continuous lifting of 1–20 lbs., frequent lifting of 21–49 lbs., and occasional lifting of 50–85 lbs.
  • Ability to stand, walk, kneel, climb, bend, twist, push, pull, and work in hot/cold environments
  • Comfortable working in loud, high-vibration, and mechanically active environments
  • Commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement
What are you waiting for? Apply today! Click APPLY NOW to complete our mobile-friendly, online application. For questions or additional information about the Maintenance Technician roles, please contact our Alexandria jobs office directly at (320) 763-3121.      

Company benefits include health insurance (comprised of medical, vision, and dental coverage), disability insurance, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, as well as paid time off and paid holidays.

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