Maintenance Technician

Job Description:

• Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Technicians install, overhaul, dismantle, construct, inspect, replace, test and make mechanical and electrical repairs to buildings and mechanical equipment such as boilers, compressors, sprinklers, piping, plumbing, production and material handling equipment, line equipment and controls.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot using working knowledge of programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Performs plumbing and pipefitting duties as required on plant piping, such as steam, water, air, gas, and chemical lines
• Operates and repairs electrically and mechanically, all boilers, compressors, sprinklers, cooling towers and pumps as needed
• Read and interpret machine electrical and mechanical drawings
• Reads and interprets blueprints and schematic diagrams
• Installation, modification and fabrication of equipment and systems to meet production needs and schedules
• Welds and fabricates as necessary for repair or projects
• Maintains interior and exterior of buildings including windows, drain spouts, roofs, floors, ceiling, etc.
• Inputs and retrieves information from the Maintenance Management/PM System
• Participate in continuous improvement in safety, quality and housekeeping.
• Performs preventative maintenance as directed
• Performs various inspections on safety equipment
• Requisitions material, parts and tools
• Communicates clearly from one shift to another and to the Production Foreman and Maintenance Manager
• Coordinates the scheduling of repairs with department managers.
• Maintains clean and organized work area according to 6S standards
• Actively participates in adhering to plant housekeeping requirements by picking up trash, sweeping work areas, and returning materials and equipment to their proper locations
• Use computer to enter and retrieve information
• Maintains regular and on time attendance
• Adheres to all safety and work rules
• Adheres to job specific SOPs
• Assists and trains new employees
• Reads and comprehends instructions regarding new equipment, equipment changes and/or procedural changes
• Performs miscellaneous assignments as directed

Requirements:

• Four or more years of experience repairing and troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems, to include the following over-head cranes, forklifts, hoists, 3 phase motors, variable speed drives and controls, and heavy industrial wiring and/or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• Ability to read and comprehend work orders, equipment manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
• Ability to read and write clearly, and communicate effectively with co-workers, vendors, and supervisors.
• Understanding and demonstrated ability to apply troubleshooting techniques
• Does require training checklist and demonstration of skills
• Available to work up to 12 hours per day on rotating shifts, that could include weekends and holidays
• 6 to 12 months previous experience on a coating line is preferred

Education:

• High school diploma or GED