Maintenance Mechanic III /Machine Repair

Badger Meter

The Role

Overview

Perform maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on machinery and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • gearbox align
  • motor replace
  • conveyor repair
  • hydraulic troubleshoot
  • parts procurement
  • staff training

Tasks

-Perform coupling and gearbox alignments and replace electric motors. -Troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild conveyors, exhaust fans, blowers and overhead cranes. -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. -Troubleshoots machine and equipment malfunctions and makes mechanical adjustments or repairs to correct issues. -Perform basic and advanced repairs and troubleshooting on pneumatic and hydraulic systems. -Initiates purchase requisitions for required parts and materials. -Inspects, replaces, installs, adjusts and moves plant machinery and equipment as required. -Overhauls troublesome components and attachments which may involve dismantling, inspection, replacement of purchased parts, fitting, aligning of gears, bearings and shafts, involvement in the application of pressed, sliding and running fits. -Rebuilds and repairs somewhat complicated machinery and equipment. -Operates simple machine tools to machine replacement parts. -Instruct, guide and train other maintenance personnel as required.

Requirements

  • maintenance mechanic
  • blueprints
  • lift truck
  • computer skills
  • hvac
  • welding

What You Bring

-Ability to work from machine design drawings, specifications and handbook formulas preferred -Basic computer skills required -Ability to safely operate a lift truck, aerial lift and articulating lift, pallets jack and other lifting and rigging equipment required -Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild compressors, pumps, valves, actuators, and cylinders preferred -Must have the ability to interpret and work from documents, blueprints, and schematics (both hydraulic and Pneumatic) -5+ years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or similar role required -Ability to use scales, squares, calipers, indicators, Jo blocks, levels, verniers, parallels preferred -Must be able to demonstrate the ability to lift up to 60 pounds, and complete an audiogram test -Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild conveyors, exhaust fans, blowers and overhead cranes preferred -Ability to pass internal forklift and hazmat training if applicable -Must show intermediate proficiency in applied mathematics, especially algebra and geometry -Basic knowledge of HVAC equipment is preferred -Ability to flame cut and weld in a variety of metals, and fabricate components using those same metals is preferred -Technical and professional competence in rebuilding or overhauling of machines and troublesome machine components -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.

Benefits

-Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential. -Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more -Competitive Pay -15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays -A supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive. -Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage -Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options -Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 -Eligible for Annual Pay Increases -Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage -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!

The Company

About Badger Meter

-Born over a century ago in Milwaukee, the company pioneered reliable flow meters and water quality products. -Publicly traded (NYSE: BMI). -Its BlueEdge™ and BEACON™ systems modernize water networks with cellular connectivity, real‑time monitoring, and leak detection. -Typical projects range from smart metering rollouts for cities to HVAC and wastewater monitoring in commercial and industrial sites. -Specializes in sectors like municipal water, industrial, and commercial applications, backed by global manufacturing and support. -Has expanded through strategic acquisitions like SmartCover® to monitor sewer systems—extending its tech beyond customer water meters. -Known for innovative devices: battery‑free meters powered by water flow and endpoints that store months of data. -Its smart mobile apps (eg. EyeOnWater®) empower consumers to track usage, spot leaks, and manage bills independently.

Sector Specialisms

Water Utilities

Industrial

Automotive

Food & Beverage

Chemical

Pharmaceutical

Oil and Gas

Healthcare

Municipalities

Commercial & Industrial

Water Quality Monitoring

Gas Monitoring

Aviation & Aerospace

Concrete Production & Consolidation

Test and Measurement

Energy

Environmental

Remote Telemetry

Water and Wastewater

Fuel Systems