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Maintenance Technician II

Apogee Enterprises · Wausau, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about the most complex piece of production equipment you've troubleshot and repaired. How did you find the root cause?

What they are checking: Their diagnostic method on hard problems, and whether they find the real cause instead of swapping parts until it runs.

Have you been part of moving or modifying a piece of equipment? What did you have to plan for?

What they are checking: Experience with equipment relocations and modifications, including rigging, utilities, safety and getting it running again.

This role helps develop other maintenance team members. Tell me about a time you taught a less experienced tech something.

What they are checking: Whether they share knowledge patiently, since part of a Level II job is building up the people around them.

How do you document a repair so the next tech on another shift knows what happened?

What they are checking: Whether they write clear work order notes, because good handoffs across shifts prevent repeat troubleshooting.

What would you do

A machine on the extrusion or fabrication line stops with no fault code and production is waiting. How do you approach it?

What they are checking: Whether they work systematically under pressure, checking power, controls, mechanical and hydraulics in a logical order.

Production wants you to get a machine running fast, and you think a part is close to failing. How do you handle that conversation?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance uptime against reliability and explain the risk clearly to production leaders.

About the work

Walk me through your lockout/tagout process before you put your hands inside a machine.

What they are checking: Whether they treat LOTO as a non-negotiable routine, including verifying zero energy, not just hanging a lock.

How strong are you with electrical troubleshooting? Tell me about reading a ladder diagram or working with a PLC.

What they are checking: How deep their electrical and controls skills go, which separates a Technician II from someone who mainly does mechanical work.

What makes a preventive maintenance program actually prevent breakdowns, rather than just being paperwork?

What they are checking: Whether they understand PM as reducing downtime and catching wear early, and take the inspection part seriously.

How comfortable are you with hydraulics and pneumatics? Give me an example of a problem you solved in one of those systems.

What they are checking: Hands-on depth in fluid power, which runs much of the equipment in a metals fabrication and finishing plant.

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The full job description

As published by Apogee Enterprises.

Apogee Architectural Metals Production Maintenance Technician II Build Your Career with Apogee Architectural Metals Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG) designs and delivers architectural products and services that enclose and enhance commercial buildings across North America. Apogee Architectural Metals is a segment of Apogee specializing in aluminum framing, windows, storefronts, curtainwall, and entrance systems. Our integrated capabilities include design, engineering, extrusion, finishing, fabrication, and assembly. Through trusted brands including Alumicor, EFCO, Linetec, Tubelite, and Wausau , we deliver quality, consistency, and value-added solutions for the commercial building industry. The Opportunity We’re looking for an experienced Production Maintenance Technician II to help keep our manufacturing equipment operating safely, reliably, and efficiently. In this role, you’ll perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and repair complex production equipment, assist with equipment modifications and relocations, and help develop other members of the maintenance team. If you enjoy diagnosing problems, working hands-on with industrial equipment, and putting your mechanical expertise to work, this could be a great opportunity to grow your career with Apogee. What You’ll Do • Put safety first by following all required procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space, and fall protection. • Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and production equipment. • Perform preventive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and performance. • Diagnose issues involving mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems . • Repair or replace defective components, parts, and systems. • Use welding machines, machining equipment, multimeters, power tools, and other maintenance equipment. • Operate medium- to heavy-duty equipment, including personnel and material lifts. • Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, and equipment documentation. • Assist with equipment modifications, installations, and relocations. • Document repairs, modifications, and preventive maintenance activities. • Partner with production, engineering, contractors, and other maintenance team members to resolve equipment issues. • Work independently while effectively managing time, resources, and priorities. • Mentor Maintenance Technician I employees and help develop their trade skills. What We’re Looking For Education & Training • High school diploma or equivalent. • Technical or vocational training in industrial maintenance. Experience • 10+ years of maintenance mechanic experience , preferably at the journeyman level. • Strong experience troubleshooting complex manufacturing equipment. • Hands-on experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems . • Experience using common hand and power tools. • Experience with fabrication equipment and methods, including saws, lathes, mills, and welders . Skills • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability. • Proficiency reading blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals. • Ability to diagnose and repair complex machinery. • Ability to coordinate contractors, supplies, equipment, and other resources for project execution. • Ability to train and mentor others in maintenance skills and equipment operation. • Basic computer proficiency, including data entry and maintenance documentation. • Strong communication, teamwork, dependability, and critical-thinking skills. What Success Looks Like Successful Maintenance Technician II team members: • Work safely and consistently follow established procedures. • Complete assigned work accurately and efficiently. • Maintain a dependable and productive work pace. • Communicate effectively with maintenance, production, and engineering teams. • Take ownership of equipment issues from diagnosis through repair. • Support continuous improvement and a strong team-focused work culture. • Share their knowledge and help develop less-experienced technicians. Work Environment This position works in an active manufacturing environment where employees may be exposed to machinery, varying temperatures, production dust, and elevated noise levels . Team members frequently work around equipment with moving parts and are expected to follow established safety procedures at all times. Our manufacturing operations may require overtime and weekend work based on production needs . Bring Your Experience. Build What’s Next. Join a team where your technical knowledge, troubleshooting skills, and maintenance experience make a direct impact on our manufacturing operations. Apogee Architectural Metals | Quality. Safety. Teamwork. Our Benefits We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team. • Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability) • Incentive Plans • 401(k) with employer contribution and match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match • Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time) • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement Program • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Wellness Program • Training and Career Progression Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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