Maintenance Technician 1 1st Shift
Cornerstone · Monticello, IA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 18+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 17 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Cornerstone (industrial) in Monticello, IA.
- They ask for
- 18+ years
- Tools it names
- Welding, Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$83k.
Median of the low and high ends of 39 live postings that list pay, out of 1590 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 48 other live reliability postings in Iowa.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (18+ vs 2+)
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 65%
- PLC 43%
- ✓ Welding 43%
- TPM 24%
- EHS / safety 20%
- Root cause 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
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Full description from CornerstoneAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Understands and follows all safety rules and precautions necessary for working in and around a manufacturing environment.
- ◆Assists with repairing and installing various electrical equipment including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, and conduit systems. Works with blueprints drawings, layouts, verbal instructions and other specifications.
- ◆Uses various welding equipment (arc, acetylene, brazing, flame cutting) for lay out and fitting, including making jigs and fixtures.
- ◆Diagnoses and corrects trouble in the electrical system or equipment, applying standard computations related to load
requirements
of wiring or electrical equipment.
- ✓Performs visual and mechanical inspections to confirm machinery is in good condition, ensuring the production of finished quality products according to order specifications.
- ✓Follows the preventive maintenance program as established by the company and conducts equipment inspections, taking preventive action when necessary.
- ✓Maintains buildings, performing minor repairs.
- ✓Notifies management regarding the need for major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.
- ✓Contributes to continuous improvement efforts in work area.
- ✓May be assigned additional projects or duties as designated by Team Leader.
Qualifications
- ✓Must have High School Diploma or GED; secondary education in maintenance related field is preferred.
- ✓Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- ✓Knowledge of mechanically powered drive systems.
- ✓Project planning ability.
- ✓Some welding knowledge and ability helpful.
- ✓Ability to work on your feet for 80% of the day.
- ✓Ability to lift 30 pounds or more.
- ✓Ability to work independently but contribute to team accomplishments.
- ✓Strong attention to details.
- ✓Reliable transportation, attendance, and punctuality.
- ✓Ability to work 6:00am – 2:00pm with flexibility to work later in the afternoon.
Additional Information
Site Address: 101 W. South Street; Monticello, IA
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Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?
Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play . Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.
- ✓Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
Note to External Recruiters
Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.
Notice of Recruitment Fraud
We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.
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Job Description
1st Shift Hours: 6:00AM - 2:00PM, hours may vary depending on operations
We are seeking a dependable, motivated, and team-oriented Maintenance Technician to work in our plant. This position is responsible for maintaining a variety of different machines, equipment & forklifts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, positive attitude, mechanical aptitude, and a team first mindset, take initiative and own their work, while communicating with respect.
We believe in building a strong team environment where employees support one another, take pride in and responsibility for their work. Successful team members are motivated to work hard and learn, be respectful with a team focus. Productivity expectations are part of the job and we give people the time to train, learn and develop skills to be successful.
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