Maintenance Tech - 1st Shift
Wabtec · Yankton, SD
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 18+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 24 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Wabtec (industrial) in Yankton, SD. You will be responsible for cleaning, repairing, and maintaining equipment, buildings, and plant grounds.
- They ask for
- 18+ years
- Tools it names
- Lean
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1613 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
South Dakota plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 13 other live reliability postings in South Dakota.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (18+ vs 2+)
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 43%
- PLC 43%
- Welding 36%
- TPM 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Lean, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from WabtecAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for Entry Level
- ✓Basic mechanical skills, including electrical, hydraulic, and plumbing
- ✓Forklift skills and ability to operate maintenance equipment
- ✓Physical strength sufficient for job duties
- ✓Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- ✓Electrical, HVAC, and mechanical troubleshooting skills
- ✓Ability to read blueprints, assembly drawings, and technical schematics
- ✓Strong safety orientation and adherence to safety regulations
- ✓Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English (written and verbal)
- ✓Ability to work productively in challenging or stressful situations
- ✓Ability to pass a pre‑employment math test, physical, drug test, and background check
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Experience with Epicor or similar ERP systems
- ✓Lean Manufacturing experience
- ✓Class B Driver’s License and DOT certification
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Who will you be working with?
L&M Radiator, Inc. is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of MESABI® cooling and heat transfer solutions for heavy equipment in the mining, oil and gas, construction, and heavy industrial sectors. We are seeking an individual to join our warehouse team. This position works closely with the warehouse supervisor, warehouse employees, and other plant personnel as needed.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm
How will you make a difference?
As a member of the maintenance team, you will be responsible for cleaning, repairing, and maintaining equipment, buildings, and plant grounds. You will also coordinate with vendors and outside contractors on building or maintenance projects when necessary.
We welcome candidates of all skill levels and are willing to train. This role is essential to maintaining efficient production flow by ensuring equipment, facilities, and materials are functioning properly, and that incoming orders are accurately received, counted, and recorded.
What do we want to know about you?
- •18 years or older
- •High school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of work experience
- •Valid driver’s license
- •Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- •Forklift experience
What will your typical day look like?
- •Perform safety and maintenance checks
- •Replace cords and parts on broken or worn-out equipment
- •Repair hand tools and power tools
- •Perform plumbing repairs
- •Paint non‑production items
- •Troubleshoot and adjust equipment and machinery
- •Clean and repair lighting
- •Fabricate parts and shop equipment
- •Document repairs and complete data entry
- •Follow all safety lockout/tagout procedures
- •Assist with snow removal and lawn care
- •Support other production areas as needed and qualified
- •Perform work safely and follow all safety guidelines and procedures
- •Domestic and international travel possible depending on project needs
- •Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor
What about the physical demands of the job?
- •Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
- •Stand on concrete for 8–10 hours
- •Work in high‑heat conditions
- •Maintain safe work practices