Maintenance Technician

Overview

Kocher + Beck USA, L.P., located in Lenexa, KS, is seeking enthusiastic candidates who enjoy a fast-paced environment to join our team. At Kocher + Beck, we believe that delivering our quality products is the result of having the best team. Take this opportunity to join our growing business and contribute to a family-owned business known for its culture and top-quality products.

• The Maintenance Technician, as part of a team, conducts, maintains, tests, and repairs mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. The position applies knowledge of mechanical and electrical/electronic principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. The maintenance technician provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of manufacturing. Listed are some additional tasks:
• Performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Advises operators of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance functions.
• Communicates with Maintenance Technician Supervisor.
• Ensures that all production equipment is maintained and running.

• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Able to safely lift 50 pounds.
• License to Electrician.
• Use of hands/arms in repetitive motion.
• Able to stand/walk for length of shift.
• Weekend Flexibility.
• Technical Capacity.
• Problem Solving/Analysis.
• Able to work on a team.
• Able to work independently and stay on task.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Prior experience with measuring tools is a plus.
• Experience with 3-phase, 480.

• 100% Employer Paid Health, Dental and Accident Insurance premiums.
• 100% covered for Employee-only and 75% for Dependent-plus coverage.
• Bi-Weekly employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• 401(k), up to 4.5% employer match.
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
• Additional supplemental insurance plans are also offered.

A flexible schedule requires that the Maintenance Technician is able to work nights and weekends on a frequent basis and to be on call in case of an emergency.