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The Electro-Mechanical Technician is responsible for creating, enforcing, and maintaining a safe, compliant, and zero-shortcut work environment in the Tube Mill. Safety is the first priority of this role. The technician ensures all equipment—HF seam welders, payoff/accumulators, roll-forming stands, drives, straighteners, cutoff systems, presses, punches, fabrication tools/machinery, aluminum endweld equipment, compressors, dryers, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical/control systems, and facility infrastructure—is operated and maintained in full compliance with all applicable regulatory, agency, and company safety standards. This includes eliminating makeshift, temporary, or unsafe repairs and ensuring all work meets engineered, code-compliant standards at all times.

What we do:
Rain for Rent moves water every day. We are the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions and are known for our systems engineering expertise, ability to tackle complex jobs cost effectively, and providing high value to organizations with critical liquid management issues. Our experienced teams, backed by skilled engineers, are continually working to redefine what is expected from a liquids handling provider by developing new equipment and harnessing technology for the most demanding environments. Our Rain for Rent solutions exceed customers’ expectations for service and quality for their water-handling, irrigation and temporary liquid-storage problems. We strive to effectively and efficiently complete projects safely, on time and the right the first time.

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Rain for Rent employees take great pride in being part of a family-owned company with a rich and enduring legacy. For over 91 years, we’ve delivered consistent, high-quality products and services to our customers. With more than 70 locations across the U.S., Canada, and the UK, Rain for Rent remains committed to excellence. Honesty and integrity are at the core of everything we do. Our dedicated team strives to exceed expectations through exceptional service and unwavering quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Tube Mill Mechanical Maintenance

• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild mechanical assemblies (bearings, gearboxes, rollers, shafts). Maintain roll-forming stands and weld boxes. Perform roll changeovers, alignments, and wear inspections. Maintain straighteners, pinch rolls, leveling rolls, and tension systems.
• Ensure all repairs meet engineered, code-compliant standards; temporary, makeshift, or unsafe repair methods are not permitted.
• Ensure all repairs meet engineered, code-compliant standards; temporary, makeshift, or unsafe repair methods are not permitted.
• Complete work orders, PMs, and CMMS entries. Interpret and apply information from equipment manuals, blueprints, mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams, and OEM documents.
• Train lower-level technicians and support on-call rotation.

HF Seam Welder Support

• Maintain and troubleshoot High-Frequency (HF) seam welding systems. Diagnose weld chatter, wander, lack of fusion, overheating, and bead defects.
• Maintain scarfing knives and bead removal systems.

Aluminum EndWeld Equipment Support:

• Maintain and repair aluminum endwelding equipment, including MIG/TIG weld machines, wire feeders, torches, clamps, fixtures, and alignment tooling. Troubleshoot welding support equipment, including grounding circuits, trigger circuits, drive assemblies, cooling systems, and torch wiring. Maintain and repair endprep tools such as chop saws, bevelers, grinders, and facing tools used for aluminum pipe preparation. Ensure welding fixtures, clamps, jigs, and alignment tools remain functional, safe, and correctly set.
• Support production welders by ensuring welding equipment uptime and responding to equipment breakdowns. Follow hotwork, firesafety, and LOTO procedures during welding equipment maintenance.

Electrical & Controls:

• Troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480V. Diagnose and adjust Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) parameters. No energized work beyond company policy.
• Assist with PLC/HMI hardware swaps and I/O verification. Troubleshoot sensors, safety circuits, relays, and interlocks.

Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Utilities:

• Maintain hydraulic valves, cylinders, pumps, hoses, and regulators. Troubleshoot pneumatic systems (solenoids, FRLs, actuators). Maintain air compressors, refrigerated and desiccant dryers. Maintain payoff/accumulators and de-coilers. Adjust strip alignment, pinch pressure, tables, and guides.

Fabrication Tools & Machinery:

• Safely operate and maintain fabrication tools, including band saws, drill presses, grinders, ironworkers, cutting torches, and welding support tools. Perform fabrication tasks such as building guards, brackets, mounts, fixtures, and safety components.

Facility Infrastructure (Mechanical & Non-Mechanical)

• Maintain facility infrastructure, including lighting, electrical distribution support equipment (no live electrical work), compressed air piping, ventilation fans, HVAC units, and utility systems.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and well-stocked inventory of tools, parts, and equipment to support efficient and compliant shop operations.
• Follow proper procedures for handling, storing, and disposing of oils, solvents, coolants, and other regulated or hazardous materials.
• Perform minor carpentry, fastener replacement, painting, patching, and general building upkeep. Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain hoists, cranes, exhaust fans, and shop air systems.
• Support regular checks of safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, ventilation systems, and emergency exit access as part of maintaining a safe facility environment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Rain for Rent will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

At Rain for Rent, in-person work at our offices and/or branch locations is a top priority because it allows us to more effectively collaborate, connect, and builds a workplace culture that drives our continued success. This role requires onsite presence at a Rain for Rent office and/or branch location. Except for limited circumstances, remote and/or hybrid options are not offered at this time.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k) plan
• Career advancement through company-sponsored training and development
• Competitive base salary
• Nine paid holidays and a comprehensive paid time off program
• Tuition reimbursement benefits
• Pet Insurance and so much more

We are proud to support those who have served our country. We are honored to share that Rain for Rent has earned the Military Friendly® Employer Gold (MFE) Gold Designation for 2026! This is our fourth consecutive year being recognized, and our second year achieving Gold-level distinction. We are committed to hiring and supporting veterans. Vets - Rain for Rent® When you join the Rain for Rent team, you're not just building a career—you’re building meaningful relationships, doing work that matters, and making a positive impact in your community. The choice is easy. Join the Rain for Rent team today.

**Rain for Rent does not accept 3rd party applicants**

Rain for Rent is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and other statuses protected by law.

Estimate Pay: $29.00 - $35.00 per hour DOE

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