Maintenance Technician (Tech 1)

Maintenance Technician (Tech I)

**If you have more experience than what’s listed here, we’d still love to talk with you as we also hire higher level maintenance roles.

SoftLite Windows and Doors part of the Cornerstone Building Brands family is seeking a motivated, mechanically inclined Maintenance Technician to support equipment uptime and facility operations in our fast-paced vinyl windows and doors manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and learning industrial maintenance skills.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assist with preventative maintenance on production equipment
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems
• Perform routine inspections on machinery and facility systems
• Learn to read and understand simple blueprints, manuals, and diagrams.
• Assist with equipment changeovers and line adjustments
• Support general facility maintenance, such as minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks.
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation
• Follow all safety guidelines and lockout/tagout procedures

What YOU’LL NEED

• Strong mechanical aptitude (automotive, DIY, farm, military, trade school, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
• Ability to read a tape measure and use basic measuring devices
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment (noise, moving equipment)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Willingness to learn and grow into higher-level maintenance roles

Preferred (But Not Required)

• Trade school coursework (electrical, mechanical, HVAC, industrial maintenance)
• Previous manufacturing experience
• Basic understanding of motors, pneumatics, or conveyors

Growth & Development

This is a developmental role designed to build skills in:

• Industrial electrical basics
• Pneumatics and hydraulics
• Preventative maintenance systems
• Root cause troubleshooting

Advancement opportunities are available for employees who demonstrate strong performance and skill growth.