Facility Maintenance Support at KMT Waterjet in Baxter Springs, KS

KMT Waterjet, Inc., a Shape Technologies Group Company, is seeking a Facility Maintenance Support Technician to join our Maintenance team. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their work and takes pride in keeping a facility running smoothly. You'll support preventative maintenance activities, maintain plant vehicles and powered industrial equipment, assist with facility upkeep, and play an important role in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient manufacturing environment

What We Offer.

• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Monday-Friday Day Shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
• Up to 3 Weeks PTO for New Hires
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Climate-Controlled Manufacturing Facility
• Company-Paid Uniforms
• Paid Gym Membership
• $200 Annual Safety Shoe/Boot Allowance
• Company-Paid Prescription Safety Glasses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

In addition to training and career advancement opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), company-paid life insurance, company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.

More Than Just a Paycheck

Through our TAC Team, employees also enjoy:

• Back-to-School Supply Drives
• Season of Giving Holiday Assistance Program
• Regular Employee Appreciation Events

Job Summary:

The Facility Maintenance Support Technician is responsible for supporting facility maintenance operations through preventative maintenance of powered industrial equipment, management of facility fluids and supplies, waste handling, facility cleanup efforts, and general maintenance activities. This role helps ensure the facility remains safe, organized, and operational while supporting maintenance and production teams throughout the plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct preventative maintenance services on forklifts, aerial lifts, box trucks, facility vehicles, and other powered industrial equipment.
• Assist with powered industrial lift training and support related safety initiatives.
• Order, maintain, and stock oils, lubricants, chemicals, and maintenance supplies.
• Manage plant scrap metal, metal chips, and general waste disposal processes.
• Support wastewater and hazardous waste handling in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist with facility cleanup, organization, and housekeeping efforts.
• Support snow removal, weather-related cleanup, and facility grounds maintenance.
• Assist maintenance personnel with facility repairs and general maintenance projects.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and inventory of supplies.
• Follow all company safety requirements, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in maintenance-related work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience operating or working around powered industrial equipment preferred.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and maintenance software experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents.
• Ability to make sound decisions and respond quickly to maintenance needs.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to lockout/tagout procedures.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of one (1) year of facility maintenance, industrial maintenance, or related experience preferred.
• Experience with forklifts, aerial lifts, or other powered industrial equipment preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems required.
• Experience working with industrial fluids, maintenance supplies, and general facility operations is a plus.

Work Schedule This position is regularly scheduled for Monday thru Friday from 6:00am to 2:30pm. Occasional overtime, early mornings, evenings, or weekend work may be required to respond to equipment failures, facility issues, weather-related events, or maintenance projects. Schedule flexibility may be required to support operational needs.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be capable of standing for extended periods (8+ hours per shift), lifting, carrying, and moving items weighing up to 50+ pounds, and performing physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, twisting, climbing, and working at heights. This position may require the use of industrial aerial lifts and powered equipment and the ability to work in both hot and cold environments.