Equipment Maintenance Technician

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EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

We are looking for a self-sufficient, independent, all-round technician, performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on various equipment. A systematic problem solver that understands a high-volume manufacturing environment and keeps the equipment running in optimal condition while collaborating with internal and external customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Maintain and repair all critical assets to ensure their proper operating condition

* Provide maintenance on various equipment such as ovens, furnaces, vacuum systems, composite ply cutting machines, epoxy dispensing machines, environmental test chambers, tube-bending equipment, etc.

* Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems down to the component level

* Read and utilize schematics (mechanical/ electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic)

* Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

* High school diploma or equivalency certificate

* 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment

* 3+ years of experience with repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems

PREFERRED

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

* Maintenance experience with Thermotron, Envirotronic, Mycronic, Unholtz-Dickie, and Acutronic equipment

* Maintenance experience with various welding equipment (robotic, electron beam, friction, etc.)

* Maintenance experience on gas and electric ovens, vacuum systems, environmental thermal testing, and ply cutting equipment

* 5+ years of experience as a maintenance technician or field service engineer

* Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment

* Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment

* Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings

* Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills)

* Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards

* Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency

* Familiar with Lean or Six Sigma tools like Five Why's Methodology

* Analytic thinker that gets to the root of the problem and comes up with permanent solution to remedy the issue

* Ability to navigate, utilize, and close out work orders

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Ability to work one of the following shifts:

* 1st shift:
Monday - Friday 5:30am - 3:30pm

* 2nd shift:
Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 12:00am

* Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed

* Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted

* Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Equipment Maintenance Technician/Level 1: $24.00 - $31.00/hour

Equipment Maintenance Technician/Level 2: $28.00 - $37.00/hour

Equipment Maintenance Technician/Level 3: $33.00 - $43.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package  may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

* To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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