Industrial Maintenance Technician (Lafayette, IN)

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Industrial Manufacturing | Metal Plating Operations

Lafayette, IN | On-Site | Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Prevail Recruiting is representing a well-established, 50+ year-old industrial manufacturing company known for its stability, strong customer relationships, and long-tenured workforce.

Operating in a process-driven metal plating environment, this organization is continuing to invest in its operations and is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support production uptime and equipment reliability.

The Role

This is a hands-on maintenance position responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment and facility systems.

You’ll play a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly during shift, responding to issues in real-time while also supporting preventative maintenance efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and repair of production equipment (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic)
• Execute preventative maintenance on machines, systems, and facility equipment
• Respond to emergency and unscheduled repairs during production
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and work orders
• Diagnose issues, replace parts, test systems, and make adjustments
• Perform basic machining, plumbing, and carpentry tasks as needed
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, meters, and maintenance equipment
• Identify and report equipment issues or abnormal conditions
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, PPE, and housekeeping protocols

What We’re Looking For

• 1–5+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Mechanical systems
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Pneumatics and hydraulics
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Basic understanding of plating or chemical environments is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification
• Confined space training
• HAZWOPER certification (or willingness to obtain)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ($35-$50hr) (commensurate with experience)
• Bonus
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long-term stability with a well-established company

Why This Opportunity

• Stable, 50+ year-old company with consistent demand
• Strong team environment with long-tenured employees
• Opportunity to build skills across multiple disciplines (mechanical, electrical, facilities)
• Critical role supporting production and operational success

Interested Candidates

Please apply with your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.