Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician – Old World Industries

The Maintenance Technician is a hands‑on technical resource responsible for diagnosing and resolving production equipment problems, identifying corrective actions, and maintaining the reliability of machinery.

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements on production machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
• Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock, anticipating needed items, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies efficiently.
• Provide maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepare maintenance reports.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, and establishing personal networks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Basic arithmetic skills to resolve practical problems.
• Computer proficiency, including use of spreadsheets and reporting software.
• Ability to use required PPE.
• Understanding of written instructions and documentation.
• Logical troubleshooting approach and prioritization of production needs.
• Recognition and resolution of problems.
• Attention to detail and pursuit of quality.
• Skillful handling of challenges.
• Effective communication with co‑workers, team members, and customers.
• On‑time delivery of high‑quality work.
• Development of good work practices.
• Efficient use of equipment, resources, and time.
• Good judgment in decision making.

• Climbing, ascending, and descending ladders, stairs, and/or ramps.
• Balancing and maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
• Bending at the waist, crouching, and/or kneeling.
• Standing for sustained periods.
• Walking.
• Fingering, picking, typing, and/or working primarily with fingers.
• Grasping and applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.
• Feeling and perceiving attributes of objects by touching with skin, particularly fingertips.
• Talking and expressing ideas verbally to convey detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing and perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels or without correction.

• Close visual acuity required for preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
• Close visual acuity required for inspecting visual defects, inspecting small parts, using measurement devices, and assembling parts at close distances.
• Visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.

• Subject to environmental conditions with no protection from weather.
• Subject to extreme heat; temperatures may exceed 100°F.
• Subject to noise that may require shouting to be heard above ambient levels.
• Subject to hazards and work in close proximity to mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and/or chemicals.
• Required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits.
• Company-matching 401(k) plan.
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits.
• Company-paid long‑term care coverage.
• Company-paid disability.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Company-paid employee assistance program.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Additional benefits: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance.

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50‑year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois‑based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World’s brands include a full line of PEAK® Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades;
BlueDEF® Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE® PRO‑SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge® SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge® Heat Transfer Fluid.