Job description Basic Function
The maintenance technician position is responsible for performing diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment.
Essential Functions
- Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
- Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
- Be able to troubleshoot and repair electrical issues on automated PLC controlled equipment. Skills needed include- be able to read both US and European electrical schematics. Understand the functionality of relays, motor contactors, motor starters, solid state relays, soft starts, and variable frequency drives. Must be able to safely trace electrical circuits with a multi-meter and wiring schematic find faulty components. Machine installation and industrial control panel knowledge of NFPA 70 Electrical Code is preferred.
- Perform basic mechanic skills including, but not limited to, gear drive, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
Education/Experience and Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required
3 years maintenance experience required
Plastics equipment background preferredAbility to lift, push, or pull 75 pounds; must be able to squat, kneel, climb, walk, stand for long periods of time; able to use hand held tools for long periods of time
Position is exposed to noise and temperature highs and lows; occasionally weather
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Maintenance: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person