Maintenance Tech Specialist - Pipefitter
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Salary$45/hr
LocationEast Alton, IL, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience5+ yrs
Company size5,001–10,000 people
PostedAug 4, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live20h ago
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Minimum of five years heavy industrial/maintenance experience or a four year apprenticeship certification required
Experience with hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and combustion systems is required
Experience with mounting and setting equipment (rigging experienced desired), repairing mechanical transmission equipment, repairing fluid power systems, general equipment breakdown maintenance, and heavy equipment experience is considered a plus
Experience with fabricating of light gauge guarding and repair of metal products using Mig Welders, Tig Welders, Arc Welding, or Stick Welding is considered a plus
Understanding of infrared, acoustics and other predictive maintenance practices is considered a plus
Must be able to work swing shift and overtime as required
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Overview
Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland’s Cultural Values
Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees’ knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.
Wieland is hiring a Maintenance Technician Specialist - Pipe-fitter. The responsibility of the Maintenance Technician Specialist - Pipe-fitter is to handle hydraulic/combustion repairs and perform quality repairs and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will be competent in performing equipment repairs to varied mechanical and fluids systems including changing problem components and performing preventive maintenance on these systems. This position will be located at our East Alton, IL facility.
Starting Pay: $44.67/hour
Pay Schedule: Bi-Weekly
Work Schedule: Swing Shift (1st, 2nd & 3rd on rotating weeks)
Responsibilities
Maintenance Technician Specialist - Pipe-fitter Responsibilities:
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Work together with and/or leads the operating crew to minimize downtime and to maximize productivity
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Responsible for making the complicated decisions on how a hydraulic/combustion repair is to proceed and perform quality repairs the first time
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Responsible for leading the completion of more complicated and specialized fluids troubleshooting and repair tasks
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Work with the production team for constant improvement
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Perform administrative duties as assigned including completion of work order documentation and data entry into the computerized maintenance system
Maintenance Technician Specialist - Pipe-fitter Qualifications:
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Minimum of five years heavy industrial/maintenance experience or a four year apprenticeship certification required
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Experience with hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and combustion systems is required
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Experience with mounting and setting equipment (rigging experienced desired), repairing mechanical transmission equipment, repairing fluid power systems, general equipment breakdown maintenance, and heavy equipment experience is considered a plus
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Experience with fabricating of light gauge guarding and repair of metal products using Mig Welders, Tig Welders, Arc Welding, or Stick Welding is considered a plus
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Understanding of infrared, acoustics and other predictive maintenance practices is considered a plus
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Must be able to work swing shift and overtime as required
Qualifications
Joining Wieland’s team gives you…
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Benefits -Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
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Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
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Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
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Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
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Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations**.**
Legal
Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.
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