About us

Amentum is a multifaceted supplier specializing in providing and managing maintenance and engineering technical support services for commercial and industrial critical facilities. Employing over 50,000 people in 85 Countries, your growth and possibilities within our company are endless.

As an Amentum employee you can enjoy:

• Benefits beginning Day 1

• Growth opportunities

• Safe work environment

• Team focused environment

Amentum is seeking a motivated General Maintenance Technician II to join our 2nd Shift industrial maintenance team in Lafayette, IN. This role performs a wide range of general maintenance tasks to ensure optimal performance, functionality, and safety of building systems, equipment, and facility infrastructure. If you enjoy working in a hands-on, team-oriented environment, we want to hear from you!

Shift: 2nd Shift | Hours: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM (hours may vary based on business needs).

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on facility equipment and systems, including:

• Lighting systems, conveyor systems, overhead cranes, R.O. systems, dock locks, and levelers.

• Pumps, piping, seals, and valves.

• Forklifts, industrial batteries, and HVAC systems (VAVs, AHUs).

• Maintain and repair facility structures, including walls, flooring, windows, doors, hardware, and roofing systems.

• Assemble and install shelving, cabinets, and office furniture.

• Conduct preventive maintenance activities as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including motors, compressors, plumbing, and water systems.

• Respond to customer service requests while ensuring compliance with regulations, codes, and standards.

• Safely operate various equipment (e.g., forklifts, hoists, aerial lifts, and diagnostic tools) to perform maintenance tasks.

• Adhere to proper safety procedures, such as job hazard analysis, lockout/tag-out, and PPE use.

• Recommend process or equipment maintenance improvements.

• Assist specialized technicians with facility-related repairs and maintenance.

• Document work, repairs, and inspections in CMMS and other systems accurately.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 1+ year of experience in maintaining buildings, facilities, or equipment in an industrial/commercial environment OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to safely work on and around 480V 3-phase electrical systems.

• Ability to work from aerial or scissor lifts at heights of up to 30 feet.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience repairing industrial and commercial lighting systems and controls.

• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair:

• 480V 3-phase electrical systems.

• HVAC, conveyor, and R.O. systems to OEM specifications.

• Pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, steam components (up to 100 psi), cranes/hoists, and other machinery.

• Experience performing maintenance on overhead and service doors.

• Basic plumbing maintenance experience.

• Familiarity with CMMS platforms to document maintenance tasks.

• Experience operating forklifts and aerial lifts safely.

Additional Requirements:

• Successfully pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

• Valid Driver’s License (if required by the client).

• U.S. work authorization (sponsorship not available).

• Ability to obtain a security access badge for worksite entry.

• Physical Requirements:

• Regularly lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.

• Frequently climb ladders, kneel, bend, squat, stretch, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.

• Walk extensively across the facility during shifts.

• Identify wire color codes and perform repetitive wrist movements.

• Maintain professionalism and a friendly demeanor when interacting with clients under pressure.

• Note: Steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and other PPE are required.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.