Maintenance Tech

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows and comply with company work and safety rules.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices using hand and power tools, examining form and function of parts, looking for defects and irregularities.

• Repairs or replaces broken or malfunctioning components.

• Determines changes in size of worn parts by inspecting them using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments and comparing to specifications.
• Reads technical manuals to understand equipment and controls.
• Adjust and calibrate equipment and machinery to optimal specifications.
• Checks the performance of machinery.
• Maintains work areas, tools, and equipment in a clean, orderly, and good housekeeping manner.
• PLC troubleshooting,
• install and run conduits for 240.
• Repairs and troubleshooting for both pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Electrical Technician troubleshooting all types of electrical panels, change belts, motors, and conveyors.
• Repair hydraulic presses, spot welders
• Must be able to work on automation – combination of technical fundamentals, problem-solving skills, and a systems-thinking mindset.
• Must be proficient with diagrams and schematics – blueprints
• Must be able to work 40+ hours per week, occasionally Saturdays, and call ins after scheduled work hours.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate, but on occasion may be more than moderate. Hearing protection is provided. One may also be exposed to heat, fumes, and dirt. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The qualified candidate is required to have their own set of tools necessary to perform the functions of this position.

• EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 5 or more years of relevant experience. Degree or certificate in industrial maintenance a definite plus.

• LANGUAGE SKILLS: Fluent in English. Ability to read and comprehend instructions.

• GENERAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to use trades math, read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics. The ability to use precision measuring instruments and tools.

• REASONING ABILITY: Requires the use of considerable judgement to perform difficult maintenance work, diagnose equipment problems and make repairs, modifications, and adjustments.