Maintenance Technician

Position Description: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for is responsible for operating, testing, maintaining and calibrating electro-mechanical equipment. The person in this position should be computer savvy and enjoy working in an hands-on environment. They should have in-depth experience using testing equipment as well as reading blueprints and schematics. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the following duties:

• Diagnose and correct electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions
• Support all aspects of plant operations involving electrical & mechanical maintenance by responding to plant service calls under the direction of the plant leadership
• Assignments include maintaining & repairing existing production equipment, i.e., motors, variable speed drives, etc., as well as equipment modification & new equipment installation work
• Ensure that auxiliary equipment like forklifts is properly maintained and operated to assist with material handling.
• Assignments include maintaining production equipment & plant operations consisting of all process & auxiliary equipment
• Develop, implement, execute, and log preventive maintenance procedures to minimize unplanned equipment downtime
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance
• Use computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to track work orders and inventory
• Obtain training & certification on plant safety & housekeeping rules, and any mandated corporate or government regulations regarding environmental, safety & health issues
• Demonstrate safe work methods and practices daily, while working in the professional manner expected of a skilled tradesman
• Follow good housekeeping practices by keeping maintenance and tool storage areas neat and clean as well as timely cleanup of work areas after each job is completed
• Understand and maintain plant blueprints, maintenance manuals, operating instructions, electrical drawings and schematics
• Assist with identifying and implementing improvement projects
• Perform a variety of duties, which may change often including occasional custodial/handyman tasks
• Model safe work methods and practices daily, including LOTO while working in a professional manner
• Support the logistical side of the facility by managing the supply and removal of raw materials based on production schedules
• Assist with the loading and unloading of materials or products from trucks to maintain smooth material flow
• Able to be flexible and respond to the changing needs of the organization, including working overtime as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• May be required to travel to other locations
• Other duties as assigned

The Maintenance Technician required knowledge, skills and abilities are:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required, associates degree in electrical / mechanical technology a plus
• Ability to work from basic electrical circuits, wiring and line diagrams, pneumatic flow diagrams and hydraulic schematics for new equipment installations, equipment modifications, etc.
• Knowledge & experience with all types of tools, test equipment and instruments used in an industrial plant application (digital multi-meters, hand tools, welder, drill, etc.)
• Possess strong troubleshooting skills and demonstrate the ability to diagnose & correct electrical & mechanical malfunctions while driving to the root cause
• Experience with piping and conduit repairs and installations
• Able to work independently to job completion with a sense of urgency to support operations in maintaining production schedules
• Basic understanding of OSHA, NEC (National Electric Code), and NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace)
• Work with and supervise outside contractors as needed
• Quickly identify and resolve issues that could halt production or reduce efficiency
• Fabrication as needed for repairs or new projects (welding, drilling, cutting, grinding, etc.)
• Must be able to use a computer and common software (Excel, Word)
• Able to operate a forklift/valid forklift certification

The Material Handler Maintenance Technician required physical requirements are:

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms and use hands to manipulate objects
• The use of common hand tools and occasionally sharp objects are involved
• The employee must be able to move and/or lift objects up to 50 pounds often
• 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.