Top 16 Heavy equipment mechanic Jobs in Tomahawk Wi

Maintenance Supervisor
Ahlstrom —Rhinelander, WI
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
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United Rentals, Inc. —Rhinelander, WI
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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County Materials Family of Companies —Tomahawk, WI
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- CDL
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Boiler Mechanic needed in Antarctica!
Amentum —United States
- From $2,192.40 a week
- Full-time
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
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Traveling Heavy Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Skillwork —United States
- $28 - $35 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Schematics
- Mechanic experience
- Mid-level
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Heavy Earth-Moving Equipment Mechanic in Antarctica!
Amentum —United States
- $2,300 - $2,600 a week
- Nights as needed
- ASE Certification
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Refrigeration Technician needed in Antarctica!
Amentum —United States
- $1,948.80 a week
- Full-time
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Mechanic experience
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Maintenance Supervisor

Ahlstrom -
Rhinelander, WI

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Manufacturing plant facilities maintenance experience
Teamwork
Manufacturing facility experience
Team development
Vendor relationship management
Industrial equipment

Full Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanical Supervisor plays a pivotal role in keeping the mill running safely and reliably—leading a skilled union maintenance team to deliver world-class equipment uptime and performance.This is a hands-on leadership role where your ability to drive safety, accountability, and execution directly impacts production, cost, and culture on the floor.

.Safety & Culture Leadership

Champion a safety-first culture—ensuring all work is completed safely, every time
Lead daily safety engagement including toolbox talks, job briefings, and stretch routines
Drive accountability for safe behaviors, hazard identification, and near-miss reporting
Partner with leadership and union teams to maintain a strong, compliant safety culture

Maintenance Execution & Reliability

Supervise and direct mechanical maintenance across the mill to ensure maximum uptime and reliability
Plan, prioritize, and assign daily and shutdown work based on production needs
Ensure effective preventive and predictive maintenance programs are executed
Identify and eliminate repeat failures through root cause thinking and continuous improvement
Partner with engineering on capital projects, upgrades, and equipment improvements

Team Leadership in a Union Environment

Lead, coach, and develop a crew of maintenance mechanics in a unionized environment
Set clear expectations around safety, quality, productivity, and accountability
Manage scheduling, overtime, and staffing to meet operational demands
Handle employee relations including coaching, discipline, and performance management consistent with CBA and company standards
Build a culture of ownership, craftsmanship, and pride in work

Planning, Coordination & Communication

Collaborate daily with operations leadership to align on priorities and equipment needs
Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime and production disruption
Ensure strong communication across shifts and departments
Drive disciplined use of maintenance systems (JDE/CMMS) for work tracking and data accuracy

Cost & Continuous Improvement

Manage maintenance resources effectively to reduce unnecessary overtime and contractor spend
Improve planning and execution to maximize internal workforce utilization
Drive improvements in work practices, efficiency, and shop organization
Maintain documentation, equipment records, and budget awareness

What Success Looks Like

Equipment is reliable, safe, and available when operations need it
Maintenance work is planned, efficient, and executed with discipline
Team members are engaged, accountable, and consistently following safety expectations
Strong partnership exists between maintenance and operations
Continuous improvement is visible in uptime, cost control, and work execution

Work Experience

3–5+ years of maintenance supervision experience in manufacturing (paper, pulp, heavy industrial preferred)
Proven success leading teams in a 24/7 operation
Experience working in a union environment strongly preferred
Background in mechanical systems (rotating equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, process equipment)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Education

Professional/Technical Degree Required
Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Competencies

Good written and verbal communication skills as well as teamwork skills
Fluent written and spoken English
Confident leader who sets clear expectations and holds teams accountable
Strong coaching skills with the ability to balance fairness and firmness
Comfortable managing employee relations and navigating labor environments
Strong understanding of preventive/predictive maintenance practices
Ability to prioritize work and manage competing demands under pressure
Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning tools

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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