Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Reinke Manufacturing · Deshler, NE
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Reinke Manufacturing (industrial) in Deshler, NE.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Welding
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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 34 other live reliability postings in Nebraska.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Welding 43%
- PLC 37%
- ✓ Team leadership 29%
- Root cause 26%
- FDA / GMP 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Full description from Reinke ManufacturingAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Essential Functions
- ◆Must have above average (advanced) mechanical aptitude and skills in order to perform the following
requirements
of analyzing, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing various production equipment.
- ✓Must be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the trade skills, i.e. electricity, electronics, welding, pneumatics, hydraulics, etc.
- ✓Must be able to use all hand and power tools proficiently.
- ✓Must be able to attain a forklift, boom lift and scissor lift licenses as required.
- ✓Must be familiar and cognizant of safety guidelines throughout the company.
- ✓Must maintain a good attendance and punctuality record.
- ✓Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics; technical and service bulletins; product specifications; and other standard operating procedures.
- ✓Must be able to use and understand various specialized measuring tools and equipment unique to the job, i.e. laser level, micrometers, calipers, multi-meter, etc.
- ✓Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, as they will interact with other departments, professional staff and management of the company.
- ✓Must be able to work with limited supervision and show/demonstrate initiative, analytical effort, tact, good judgement and sound reasoning.
- ✓Must be able to handle the physical
requirements
of the position.
- ✓Must have neat and legible handwriting.
- ✓Must have a valid driver’s license.
- ✓Will perform other related duties as directed by supervision.
Describe Critical Skills, Experience, Training, Education, or Licenses Required
Requires a strong mechanical aptitude and advanced knowledge of the skilled trades. An associate’s degree in mechanics, electrical, or electromechanical studies or the equivalent work experience/training is preferred but not required.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Personal Protective Equipment Used
Requires use of all hand tools and power tools/equipment. Will require the use of other measuring tools, i.e. micrometer, calipers, laser level, and multi-meter. Requires the use of safety eyewear with side shields, face shield, safety footwear, fall protection, hearing protection and other safety gear as required.
Describe Any Unusual Physical
or Skills Required
Must be able to distinguish all colors correctly for electrical work.
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General Purpose of Position
The purpose of the Industrial Maintenance Mechanic position is to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, rebuild, and upgrades on production machines and equipment. They may also assist other maintenance personnel with equipment installation and preventative maintenance duties as required.