Why Badger Meter?
Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world’s most precious resource. For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient. Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!
What You Will Contribute:
This position is responsible for Performing assigned/scheduled repairs and maintenance on machines, equipment, buildings, and grounds which will include both inside and outside work involving plumbing, sheet metal fabrication, light heating and air conditioning, carpentry, painting, and lubrication for badger’s facilities. Responsible for observing safe work habits and maintaining cleanliness of work area. Proceeds under general supervision. Communicates with supervisor his/her daily activities, anomalies in work areas, and unsafe conditions.
Major Job Duties/Accountability:
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Inspects, replaces, installs, adjusts and moves plant machinery and equipment as required
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Trouble shoots machine and equipment malfunctions (mechanical) and makes adjustments to correct issues
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Rebuilds and repairs somewhat complicated machinery and equipment
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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
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Fits, aligns and calibrates production devices, moving parts, and adjusts feeding mechanisms.
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Operates simple machine tools to machine replacement parts
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Instructs other Maintenance personnel when required
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Works from machine design drawings, specifications, handbook formulas and equipment manuals
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Uses scales, squares, calipers, indicators, Jo blocks, levels, verniers, parallels, cutting torch, welding etc
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Initiates purchase requisitions for required parts and materials
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Installs, maintains, and operates complicated machine tools such as NC control milling machine, NC control lathes, automatic screw machines, plastic molding machines, presses, etc. with a minimum of direction
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Performs a diversity of assignments as requested
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Must be able to instruct, guide and train other maintenance personnel as required
Qualifications:
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5+ years of related experience
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High school degree required
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Minimum of 576 hours of formal post-high school instruction at a recognized specialized trade, technical school or college in a related field(s) and certificate program.
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Minimum of 4 years of work experience completing tasks included in Maintenance II job description *
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Similar requirements to Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development requirements for Maintenance Mechanic Apprenticeship (). Education and work experience documentation to be supplied by employee and to be reviewed and approved by management.
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Completion of State approved Maintenance Mechanic Apprenticeship Program or approved equal preferred
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Basic computer skills required
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Ability to pass internal forklift and hazmat training if applicable
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Ability to work independently with little supervision
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Maintains open communication and positive working relationships with staff
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Ability to read, write and speak English
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Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild compressors, pumps, valves, actuators, and cylinders
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Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild friction bearings, conveyors
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Can perform coupling and gearbox alignments, and replace electric motors
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Demonstrates exceptional technical and professional competence in rebuilding or overhauling of machines and troublesome machine components (both mechanical and electrical).
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Must have the ability to flame cut and weld in a variety of metals, and fabricate components using those same metals
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Must have the ability to interpret and work from documents, blueprints, and schematics (hydraulic)
Working Conditions:
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Depending on the assigned department, must be able to demonstrate the ability to lift up to 60 pounds, and complete an audiogram test
Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:
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Competitive Pay
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Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
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Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
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15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
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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!
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Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
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Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
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Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
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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
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