Electrical Maintenance Technician

About Us

Afinitas, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a global leader in equipment, forming systems, and essential accessory products that support transportation, water, and utility precast concrete infrastructure worldwide. We provide industry-leading production equipment; highly engineered formwork; and a broad portfolio of precast concrete, electrical, and construction accessories, along with structural products and systems designed for bridge, highway, and heavy construction applications. Afinitas is part of BW Forsyth Partners, LLC, the investment group of global manufacturing and engineering consulting firm Barry-Wehmiller, a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members, united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description

• Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Take personal ownership and pride in the quality of work and attention to detail
• System troubleshooting and repair on Electrical motors, three-phase controls, Pneumatic systems, Waterjet, Laser, CNC machines, Abrasive blasting equipment, Welders, Overhead cranes, forklifts, Manlifts, etc.
• Primary focus on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of CNC machinery
• Troubleshooting and repair of electronic circuit boards to the component level
• Assist in facilities management and maintenance
• Assist in IT department, networking & systems configuration, and install
• Participate in new equipment & systems integration and installation
• Adjusting/Repairing electronically controlled devices, PLC programming
• Ability to operate manufacturing and other shop equipment
• Any other assigned duties

Qualifications

• Must be experienced with 3-phase and single-phase power distribution; Associate Degree or Technical Institute required
• Must be comfortable working in/on scissor lifts and boom lifts to 35’
• Experience with industrial overhead cranes and crane controls
• Experience with forklift repair, MIG welders, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, general building maintenance, basic CNC machine troubleshooting
• Be able to operate forklift, snowplow, skid steer, etc.
• The ability to read hydraulic and electrical blueprints
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously; able to handle shifting priorities and deadlines; able to properly prioritize
• Experience with personal computers, networking, and Windows-based software
• Must know how to use precision measuring equipment
• Must be able to comply with all work-related deadlines and be available as needed for overtime
• Drivers license
• Must be able to comply with all safety requirements
• Have good housekeeping habits and strict adherence to safety
• Willing to assist in other areas as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works in a plant/manufacturing environment that involves the use of industrial machinery and chemicals. Employees must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required at the location.