Asst. Industrial Maintenance Technician

About the role

Great Southern Wood Preserving, Inc. in Lake Panasoffkee, FL, is seeking a Jr. Industrial Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on machinery.

Responsibilities

• Support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with the goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime.
• Analyze problems and interpret technical information necessary to make required repairs.
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery or equipment to diagnose issues.
• Ensure safety by following all company policies, including safety rules, procedures, and Lock-out / Tag-out procedures.
• Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted.
• Maintain complete records of work performed using software, work orders, and detailed logs.
• Have good communication skills across all groups/departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A combination of education, training, and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work.
• Mechanical Knowledge preferred.
• Welding experience preferred.
• Strong electrical background preferred.
• PLC experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, stack/unstack or carry, stand and/or stoop for prolonged periods of time (except for break and lunch periods), climb, perform repetitive motions, and work in a damp, loud environment.
• Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic chemicals.

Qualifications

• Must provide own tools.
• Be able to pass physical and drug screen.

Skills

• Strong mechanical skills.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices.
• Experience with welding and electrical systems.
• Understanding of PLC systems.

Benefits

We offer a full benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Dependent scholarship program.

Pay

Pay is based on experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position.