Maintenance Technician II

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.

Why Protolabs? We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.

Join Our Team as a Maintenance Technician II! Hours: M-Thurs. | 5 pm - 3 am The Maintenance Technician II plays a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and efficiency of our production equipment and facility systems. In this hands-on role, you'll perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and execute repairs that minimize downtime and maximize productivity. You'll also support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives, helping optimize machine performance and operational excellence. This position offers the opportunity to work independently on routine maintenance activities while expanding your technical expertise through collaboration on more complex troubleshooting and repair challenges.

Perform scheduled maintenance on machine tools including cleaning, lubrication, filter changing, belt replacement, adjustments, and basic repairs

Become more proficient with complex repairs as required

Complete occasional CAD projects required within the Facilities and maintenance departments

Assist with implementation and maintenance of CMMS program

Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department

Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization

High school diploma or GED; vocational/technical school or associate degree in industrial maintenance, electrical technology, or related field preferred.

3+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience (or equivalent military experience) in a manufacturing environment.

Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Basic electrical knowledge up to 480V, experience with motors, starters, relays, and VFDs.

Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and basic PLC ladder logic.

Proficient with common hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment (multimeter, clamp meter).

Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to prioritize work under production pressure.

Prior experience with Injection molding machines and CNC

We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:

Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)

Dental and Vision

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid caregiver leave

You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours

401k with company match and immediate vest

Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate

Matching grants through Protolabs foundation

And More!

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