1st Shift Maintenance Technician Grade 1

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance Technician Grade 1Location: New Haven, IN
Pay: Starting at $22.00-$30.00/hour
About Us
Armada Staffing Group connects reliable, hardworking professionals with top employers. Since our founding, we’ve focused on building lasting partnerships that help candidates grow and succeed in industrial, manufacturing, logistics, and warehouse roles.
Benefits & Perks

• Starting pay of $22.00-$30.00/hour
• Full-time 1st shift position (6:00am–2:00pm, Monday–Friday)
• Weekly pay
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Summary

• Full-time opportunity supporting facility and equipment maintenance in a manufacturing environment
• Assist with routine maintenance, basic repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks under direct supervision
• Perform general upkeep of the building, production areas, tools, and equipment
• Safely use hand tools, basic power tools, and maintenance equipment after proper training
• Help identify and report equipment issues and maintenance needs
• Follow work instructions, maintenance checklists, and established safety procedures
• Develop foundational mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance skills

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians and management with basic facility and equipment maintenance tasks
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and simple adjustments
• Follow work instructions, maintenance checklists, and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks
• Safely operate hand tools, basic power tools, and maintenance equipment after proper training
• Assist with moving materials using forklifts or overhead lifting equipment when properly trained and certified
• Perform basic facility repairs, such as replacing light bulbs, filters, and minor hardware
• Identify and report equipment issues, unusual conditions, or potential maintenance concerns to senior technicians
• Follow all workplace safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn maintenance skills
• Ability to safely use basic tools and equipment after training
• Forklift or manlift certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification
• General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, or mechanical systems
• Ability to walk frequently throughout the facility and stand for extended periods as needed. Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and use hands and arms to handle tools, parts, and equipment. Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work extended shifts and/or weekends (Saturday and Sunday) based on production needs

Ready to get started?
Join Armada Staffing Group and take the next step toward building your maintenance career. Apply today to explore this opportunity in Fort Wayne, IN!