Maintenance Technician - Weekend Shift (Fri-Sun)
Federal Signal · Lake Crystal, MN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Federal Signal (industrial) in Lake Crystal, MN. Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and robotic equipment.
- Tools it names
- Robotics
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $62k–$88k.
Median of the low and high ends of 74 live postings that list pay, out of 2992 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 86 other live reliability postings in Minnesota.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $72k–$103k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 43%
- PLC 32%
- Welding 28%
- Automation 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Why Experienced Techs Choose TBEI
- ✓Competitive pay: $25.00–$35.00/hour based on experience
- ✓3-day workweek: three 12-hour shifts (5:00am–5:00pm) but paid for 40!
- ✓Optional overtime: Weekdays as needed
- ✓Stable manufacturing environment: On-site, no travel
- ✓Modern equipment: Robotics, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- ✓Strong benefits package with fast eligibility
- ✓401(k) with company match – 100% vested immediately
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll be trusted to diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of manufacturing equipment, working independently and alongside a skilled maintenance team.
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TBEI – Lake Crystal is a leading manufacturer of Class 3–8 truck bodies and truck/trailer hoists, serving municipal, utility, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Our operation is modern, fast‑paced, and built on skilled tradespeople who take pride in keeping advanced manufacturing equipment running safely and efficiently.
We’re adding an experienced Maintenance Technician to support our growing operation.
Include
- •Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and robotic equipment
- •Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems , including:
- •Motors, relays, switches, transformers
- •Sensors and position‑sensing devices
- •Printed circuit boards and control components
- •Identify and repair faulty wiring, cables, lighting, and electrical apparatus
- •Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues and verify proper operation after repairs
- •Repair or fabricate parts using lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools
- •Replace motor bearings and perform motor rewiring as needed
- •Help keep production equipment safe, reliable, and running at peak performance
What We’re Looking For
This role is ideal for hands-on maintenance professionals with solid manufacturing experience.
- •Experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance
- •Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical systems
- •Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- •Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation
- •Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- •Experience with robotics or automated equipment is a plus
Pay, Schedule & Location
- •Hourly (Non-Exempt): Paid bi-weekly
- •Schedule: Three 13-hour days, Friday - Sunday
- •Hours: 5:00am – 5:00pm
- •Location: On-site
52182 Ember Road, Lake Crystal, MN 56055
- •Travel: Minimal to none
Benefits That Start Fast
Eligible after 30 days
- •Medical, Dental, Vision
- •HSA, FSA, Limited-Purpose FSA
- •Dependent & Health Care Reimbursement Accounts
- •Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- •PTO & Paid Holidays
- •Company-paid Life Insurance ($20,000)
- •Company-paid Short- & Long-Term Disability
- •Voluntary Life Insurance options
Eligible Day One
- •401(k) with partial company match
- •100% vested immediately
Ready to Put Your Skills to Work?
If you’re an experienced maintenance technician looking for steady hours, strong pay, modern equipment, and a team that values skilled trades , we’d like to talk with you.
Apply today to join TBEI – Lake Crystal.