Maintenance Technician, Mechanic

Job overview

The Maintenance Technician, Mechanic role is onsite in Kansas City, KS, with an hourly pay range of $40.50–$44.50. The listing describes openings for second- and third-shift work, with 8–12-hour shifts. Amsted Rail supplies train wheels and other railcar components. The role maintains and repairs mechanical and electrical systems in assigned facility areas to support ongoing operations. Through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and breakdown repairs, the technician helps keep equipment functioning and works with maintenance, operations, quality, and management teams.

What you'll do

• Perform predictive and preventive maintenance
• repair breakdowns
• troubleshoot equipment malfunctions
• assist operations as needed
• complete assigned projects
• work safely and collaboratively with maintenance, operations, quality, and management teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

maintenance technician

mechanic

industrial maintenance

plc

electrical systems

hydraulics

pneumatics

kansas city ks

amsted rail

full-time

second shift

third shift

8–12-hour shifts

$40.50–$44.50 per hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• employee stock ownership plan.

Why this role

Openings are for second and third shifts, with 8–12-hour shifts and overtime opportunities; preferred skills include PLC experience and knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, and electrical equipment.

About the employer

Amsted Rail Company Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing. Sector: 33.