FlexTrades is hiring experienced Maintenance Technicians for project-based work at top-tier manufacturing facilities across the country. Immediate opportunities are available in Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois.
If you’re skilled in electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical maintenance, and you thrive in fast-paced environments, this is your chance to earn top pay while supporting critical production operations.
Position Summary
As a Maintenance Technician with FlexTrades, you’ll perform reactive and preventative maintenance on a wide range of production equipment used to manufacture wheels and other metal products. You’ll work alongside in-house teams to keep machines running efficiently and support facility maintenance as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair machinery used in wheel production, including:
- Rim rollers
- Welding equipment
- CNC machines
- Stamping and punch presses
Perform maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic, water, and air lines (1–2” diameter, rigid and flexible)
Complete both reactive and preventative maintenance with an emphasis on permanent fixes whenever possible
Assist with welding tasks (MIG or stick) to support temporary repairs (highly preferred skillset)
Operate hand and power tools including grinders and drills
Support facility maintenance tasks alongside full-time staff when required
Reference available manuals, schematics, and prints to guide repairs
Work independently in medium-to-fast-paced production environments
Follow paper-based documentation procedures (no CMMS involved)
Assist with forklift operations when needed (training provided)
Bring your own basic maintenance tools; large and specialty tools will be provided
Qualifications
Proven experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Comfortable working on 480V 3-phase systems
Welding experience (MIG or stick) strongly preferred
Ability to read schematics and work from manuals
Must be prepared for higher temperatures and occasional fast-paced work environments
Ability to operate safely and independently with minimal supervision
Must supply your own basic tools and secure toolbox with lock
Pay and Benefits
$40/hour base pay
Guaranteed overtime each week (paid at time and a half)
Paid travel to and from job sites
Paid lodging (single-occupancy hotel room)
$45/day per diem
Access to full suite of benefits
Flexible time off between assignments
Assignments range from 3 months to 1 year
2nd and 3rd shift availability (50+ hours/week)
Additional Requirements
Must pass pre-employment drug screening
Must be eligible to work in the United States
About FlexTrades
FlexTrades is the nation’s leading provider of skilled trades talent for short-term industrial projects. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped Maintenance Technicians, Machinists, Welders, and more find meaningful work in advanced manufacturing environments across the country.
Whether you’re between jobs, seeking variety, or looking to earn top wages in less time, FlexTrades gives you the flexibility and support to build the life and career you want.
FlexTrades is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
