Maintenance Intern - Summer 2026 at Stellar in Mason City, IA

Summary: Stellar is offering a Maintenance Intern position for Summer 2026, where you will gain hands-on experience in ensuring the efficient operation of production equipment. The role involves performing preventive maintenance tasks and supporting the maintenance team with day-to-day activities. Responsibilities: - Aid the maintenance team in performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks on production equipment and machinery to ensure maximum efficiency and uptime - Support the maintenance team in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues that arise in the production equipment - Provide general assistance in maintaining the facility, including keeping work areas clean, organizing tools, and assisting in larger repair or renovation projects as needed - Willingness to take direction from area supervision and follow that direction - Continually demonstrates a productive and non-disruptive work ethic - Follows all company safety rules as laid out in the company safety manual and all other company policies - Maintain company equipment and work areas in a clean and orderly manner - Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Aid the maintenance team in performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks on production equipment and machinery to ensure maximum efficiency and uptime - Support the maintenance team in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues that arise in the production equipment - Provide general assistance in maintaining the facility, including keeping work areas clean, organizing tools, and assisting in larger repair or renovation projects as needed - Willingness to take direction from area supervision and follow that direction - Continually demonstrates a productive and non-disruptive work ethic - Follows all company safety rules as laid out in the company safety manual and all other company policies - Maintain company equipment and work areas in a clean and orderly manner - Perform other duties as assigned - Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic and other systems - Basic understanding of general maintenance processes and methods - Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices - Outstanding written and verbal communication skills - Excellent manual dexterity and problem-solving skills - Works well as team member - Able to follow orders of supervisor - Read blueprints and other technical documents - Have mechanical skills - Must be able to lift heavy objects, stand for long periods, and work in industrial environments Preferred Qualifications: - Currently enrolled undergraduate student studying maintenance, industrial technology, mechanical engineering, or other related field Required Skills: Electrical systems, Hydraulic systems, General maintenance processes, Use of tools, Mechanical skills, Blueprint reading, follow directions Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Relocation assistance, Mentorship, Training, Social activities, Volunteer opportunities