Maintenance Technician - Yankton, SD

Wilson Trailer has an opening for a full-time Maintenance Technician Position. This is an excellent career opportunity with a leader in the truck trailer industry. We have an opening on our day shift, hours are currently 6:00 am until 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. We offer an attractive starting wage depending on experience along with scheduled increases and a full benefit package. Prefer 2-4 years of previous industrial maintenance in a manufacturing setting. A Mechanical Aptitude- Good Attendance- Willing to Learn- Enjoy working with others in a busy work place. Please Apply! A pre-employment drug test is required. A background check will be conducted. An Equal Opportunity Employer Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental Insurance Health Insurance Life Insurance Paid time off Vision Insurance Position Summary This position has overall responsibility for maintenance of plant equipment. Conducts machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance work. Essential Functions Statement(s) Perform a safety inspection of hoist chains, forklifts, and all tools used to ensure safety. Ability to read and understand prints of machines and other items to be able to identify and fix issues that arise. Have an understanding of hydraulics and hydraulic schematics. Basic electrical knowledge. Have a valid drivers license. Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance. Will need to work day shift or a split shift for a few months until training is complete. Will be required to take a written test on knowledge. Must be self motivated, can work independently or in a team. Can fabricate parts if need be using a mill, lathe and/or welder. Must have welding skills S kills and Abilities Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED). Experience: Must be at least eighteen years of age. Computer Skills: Average; ability to navigate computer systems for various tasks. Communication: Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate clearly and concisely using the English Language. Physical Demands Lift/Carry Push/Pull Stand F 10 lbs or less O 12 lbs or less O Walk F 11-15 lbs O 13-25 lbs O Sit O 16-20 lbs O 26-40 lbs O Handling/Fingering F 21-35 lbs O 41-100 lbs I Reach Outward O 36-50 lbs O Reach Above Shoulder O 51-75 lbs I Climb O 76-100 lbs I Crawl I Over 100 lbs N Squat/kneel O Bend O N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. I (Infrequently) Activity is not a daily occurrence. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 + hrs/day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5-5.5 + hrs/day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 + hrs/day) Other Physical Requirements: Ability to wear Personal Protective equipment (PPE) (Protective eyewear, hearing protection, hardhat, steel-toe boots, welding mask, protective glove-leather or otherwise) Projected work classification level is heavy. This job requires a maximum infrequent lift of 100 lbs. This job requires a maximum occasional lift of 50 lbs.