Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Company: LAKE CABLE, LLC
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: May 22, 2025

Job Description:

What would you say to a career that helps keep the world working?--One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you.For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications. BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER.Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it's the only way to do business.If you're ready for a leap forward, we should talk. --Lake Cable.--When Delivery Matters---Job DescriptionAs a Maintenance Technician, you will be a critical part of keeping our manufacturing team operating at full capacity! The Maintenance Technician responds to and troubleshoots electrical and/or mechanical problems, dismantling, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining existing machinery and equipment to keep our equipment at its optimal condition. Electrical experience is highly desired. Excellent benefits!Essential Job FunctionsDismantle, rebuild and reassemble machinery using hand and power toolsInstalls wiring of electronic devicesInstallation of a wide range of new and used equipmentWiring new electrical panels by following electrical drawings/printsInstallation of both water and electrical plumbingSupport required ISO documents/records associated with this department.Observe and listen to operating machinery or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine the need for adjustments or repairsMaintains the preventive maintenance on equipment, as scheduledSkills and Abilities:Strong mechanical aptitudeKnowledge of electrical wiring and components;Experience with 120V, 240V, 480V 3 phase, and low voltage controlsAC DC motor controlsAbility to read and interpret maintenance manuals, diagrams, and blueprintAbility to work independently; self-starterStrong written and verbal communication skillsForklift driving experience desired.QualificationsCompletion of High School, GED, or equivalent.2-5 of experience working as a Maintenance Technician or Electrical Technician, maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical problemsKnowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements. (Examples: Lock Out/Tag Out, Pinch Points, electrical codes, HMIS/MSDS requirements, waste disposal.)BenefitsPaid time off401(k) matchHealth insurance--Dental insuranceVision insuranceLife insurance (company paid)Voluntary Life/AD&DVoluntary Life/AD&D (child)Short-term disability (company paid)Long-term disability (company paid)Accident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountTuition reimbursementReferral programProduction bonusAttendance bonusCompetitive payRelated keywords: maintenance technician, maintenance1st Shift - 6:30am-3:00pmCompensation details: 30-40 Hourly WagePI9b83b61fc2c8-25660-37703955

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