Maintenance Tech 1 Plant

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Performs preventive and reactive maintenance duties required for the manufacturing operations of the plant. Priorities of the Maintenance Technician include the execution of PM schedules, repair of any equipment that is needed to maintain maximum production rates and maintenance of an adequate spare parts inventory. This position requires flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, weekends as required and fulfill on‑call duties.

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs on machines and controls (extruders, corrugators, extrusion die, DC/AC motor & drives, downstream equipment, chillers, etc.).
• Maintain and build job skills through company training programs.
• Contact, specify, and order replacement parts & control components from suppliers as needed.
• Effectively contribute to CMMS performance through timely PM & Repair Work Order completion while ensuring compliance.
• 1st responder to troubleshooting machine problems, contact Electrical Engineering if additional support is needed.
• Work with Production Staff to ensure safe and reliable operation of plant equipment.
• Help develop and implement Continuous Improvement projects to improve production efficiencies and safety.
• Support Daily Management directives and initiatives.

• General experience using electrical test equipment: voltmeter, ammeter, ohm meter, megger, etc.
• Understanding basic machine function and sequence of operations of production machinery.
• General experience in reading electrical, pneumatic and mechanical drawings.
• Basic knowledge of NEC, UL 508A and NFPA 79 codes.
• Lock Out Tag Out safety procedures.
• Arc flash and PPE requirements.
• General industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing and pneumatic skills including troubleshooting.
• Strong ability with time‑management and task‑prioritization skills; understanding of electrical formulas and mechanical math.
• Knowledge of 3‑phase industrial wiring and power distribution.
• AC & DC drive / motor PMs, wiring, programming & troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot PLC I/O and networking.
• Motion training with servo drives and motors.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with and communicate to other plant personnel as well as company resources and vendors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word.
• Experience in root cause analysis & problem solving.

• High School / Vocational School Diploma or Equivalent – Required.
• Technician level – Electrical, hydraulics, pneumatic – Preferred.
• Basic PLC and Drive training – Preferred.

• +2 years industrial maintenance, electrical systems and controls.
• Plastic process knowledge.

• The employee will lift and move heavy items, repeatedly lifting 50 pounds to a height of 6 ft.
• Employees will be working specified shifts, standing and moving around at all times, requiring the ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours.
• Facilities can be extremely hot or cold at times, so employees must be able to perform physical labor for extended periods in temperature extremes.
• Employees will handle materials daily, requiring use of hands, arms, and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods.
• Position requires full range of body motion daily, including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles.

Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High‑Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

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