Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)
SmartCover Systems
Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You
At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste.
Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.
When you join us, you'll find:
Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe.
Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential.
A supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive.
Be part of something bigger. At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet.
What You Will Contribute:
Join a team where your technical skill and quick thinking truly matter. As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll maintain and repair critical machinery—including CNC equipment—while supporting the upkeep of our entire facility. Whether tackling preventative maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns, or keeping building systems running at their best, you’ll be essential in ensuring a safe, efficient, and productive workplace.
This will be an onsite 1st shift role at our Racine facility.
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment, machinery and facilities. The main duties include help with repairing and maintaining CNC and other machinery, general repairs to the building and property including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, hydraulic, pneumatic and plumbing systems. The incumbent will need to have good problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work well in a fast paced environment.
Job Duties:
Inspect, schedule, and perform preventative maintenance work on machines and company equipment.
Analyze and take appropriate action to repair machines and company equipment.
Prioritize and distribute maintenance orders and follow through to ensure expected outcome is met in a timely manner
Add and maintain plumbing and electrical systems to buildings.
Take responsibility for overall maintenance, snow removal, and repair of buildings.
Initiate purchase orders for parts and machines.
Education and Experience:
High school degree required; Associate's Degree/Trade school preferred
3+ years of experience in Maintenance, Operations or a similar field desired
Qualifications:
Experience repairing and maintaining CNC and other machinery preferred
Ability to troubleshoot and evaluate equipment to ensure safety and efficient operational objectives are met required
Competencies:
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a manufacturing environment
Audiogram required
Must be able to lift up to 60lbs
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Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:
Competitive Pay
Annual Bonus
Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the “EEO is the Law” poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
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