Industrial Maintenance Technician

Position: Industrial Maintenance Technician/$3,000 Sign On Bonus
Job summary

Maintain and repair mechanical/electrical/boiler systems within a manufacturing environment; execute capital projects (installation, dismantling of equipment) and other various maintenance tasks throughout the facility. Expected hours of work 40 hours a week with a varied shift schedule 8-10 hours shifts with occasional overtime and weekend hours. No travel required.

Duties and responsibilities:

* reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.

* start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.

* inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair.

* lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specific procedures.

* install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments according to production specifications.

* dismantle machines and remove parts for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.

* record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.

* read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.

* set up and operate machines and adjust controls to regulate operations.

* transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies.

* collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse in order to maintain machinery and work areas.

* clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.

* other duties as assigned.

Required knowledge/skills/abilities:

* knowledge of measuring gauges such as tape measures

* knowledge of various hand and power tools

* prior experience operating a forklift.

* ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.

* effective communication and problem-solving skills

* understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills

* ability to work under pressure to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

* ability to use hand& portable tools, gas and arc welder, forklift, pickup truck, testing equipment, tape measure, computer (shop floor and erp).

Education and experience:

* required:

* education - high school diploma or ged required.

* one to two (1-2) years related maintenance experience.

* previous experience in the following maintenance areas preferred: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, and boiler.

* mechanical background with rotating equipment. Hydraulic and pneumatic. Electrical/mechanical troubleshooting.

Working conditions:

* fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels.

* exposure to hazardous mechanical, electrical and chemical substances/equipment.

* confined work spaces.

Physical requirements:

Occasionally

Frequently

Continuously

(0-30%)

(31-60%)

(61-100%)

Lifting or carrying

* 1-10 lbs

X

* 11-20 lbs

X

* 21-40 lbs

X

* 41-50 lbs

* 51 or more lbs

Pushing or pulling:

* 1-40 lbs

X

* 41-50 lbs

X

* 51 or more lbs

X

Bending or stooping

X

Reaching above shoulder level

X

Driving automatic equip. Vehicles

X

Operate machinery or power tools

X

Climbing (ladders, stairs, etc.)

X

Walking

X

Standing

X

Sitting

X

Working in extreme temperatures

X

Repetative motion including but not limited to: wrists, hands and/or fingers)

X

Vision

X

Hearing

X

Dexterity

X

Hand eye coordination

X

Personal protective equipment (ppe) used:

* eye and hearing protection is required at all times on the production floor.

* safety toe shoes (steel/composite).

* flame resistant rated maintenance uniform provided.

* other ppe as defined by management within assigned department.

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