Maintenance Tech - $25.50 - $36.00

Job Purpose

Maintenance Tech I is a flexible position that rotates among the roles of Electrician, Machinist, Mechanic, and Boiler Operator at the manufacturing plant. Required training is provided before assignment to any role.

Machinist

• Fabricate, design, and redesign parts; repair parts for all machinery in the plant.
• Assigned to the machine shop and capable of operating all machine‑type equipment (lathes, drill press, grinders, mills, and saws).
• Design and redesign parts for shop machining, repair, and modify molds and hardware.
• Fabricate parts and perform welding as needed.
• Complete necessary paperwork on each job order.
• Physical demands: exert 35–49 lb occasionally, up to 20 lb frequently, up to 10 lb constantly; stand 90 % and walk 10 % of a normal day; lift/carry 5–30 lb; push/pull 10–20 lb; static push/pull lbs.; pinch minimum 6 lb; full range of motion required (cervical, shoulders, elbows, wrists, fingers, hands, trunk twist, feet).
• Working conditions: 100 % inside, slight noise, slight vibration, abrasives, moving mechanical parts, slick floors, dust.

Electrician

• Test, install, program, assemble, and maintain electronic equipment and components of processing operations.
• Familiar with the function and purpose of all electrical devices used within the plant.
• Assist in the repair and/or replacement of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code Handbook.
• Install, troubleshoot, and program computers used in processing operations.
• Operate shop machinery and use electrical test equipment.
• Repair/replace and install components of electric devices; perform basic troubleshooting on electrical equipment.
• Understand and troubleshoot electrical/electronic control systems.
• Fabricate and install conduit systems; perform electronic maintenance on motors and controls.
• Physical demands: exert >70 lb occasionally, >50 lb frequently, >30 lb constantly; stand 70 % and walk 30 % of a normal day; lift/carry 20–100 lb; pinch minimum 15 lb; grasp minimum 75 lb.
• Working conditions: inside and outside; extreme heat and cold; slight wet and humid conditions; moderate noise and vibration; moving mechanical parts; electric shock; chemicals; heights; burns; explosives; odors; dust; steps; handrails; protrusions; narrow access; slick floors.

Boiler Operator

• Maintain steam, air, and hydraulic pressure needed to cure tires, heat oil, and operate plant equipment.
• Check log book daily for problems to be rectified.
• Inspect compressors, add lubrication oil, and check crankcase level.
• Operate air dryer and air bundle controls.
• Monitor temperatures of air compressor and cooling water level.
• Check lubricators to ensure operation.
• Perform boiler water column blowdown, bottom blow to remove sediment, and record actions.
• Conduct chemical tests, check conductivity of boiler water, and add chemicals as needed.
• Check pumps and monitor gauges.
• Physical demands: exert >70 lb occasionally, >50 lb frequently, >30 lb constantly; stand 33 %, walk 33 %, sit 33 % of the day; lift/carry 20–65 lb; pinch minimum 15 lb; grasp minimum 75 lb; full range of motion required (wrists, hands, knees, back, feet).
• Must pass company agility and drug tests.
• Working conditions: 98 % inside, 2 % outside; extreme heat and cold; significant noise; moderate vibration; wet; moving mechanical parts; electric shock; chemicals; explosives; radiant energy; burns; height; steps; handrails; fumes; odors; dust; gases.

Mechanic

• Provide mechanical work, maintenance, rebuild services, and ongoing repairs to various machines in the plant.
• Check daily assignments for machines with mechanical problems.
• Responsible for overall repair and/or rebuild of shop machines; log machine downtime and restore status after repair.
• Perform rebuilds of specific line machines for wear or modification maintenance.
• Provide day‑to‑day floor coverage and preventive/predictive maintenance (P.M. crew).
• Rebuild parts for various machines and assist with electrical work; understand and repair electrical components of machines and plants.
• Physical demands: stand 70 % and walk 30 % of the day; lift/carry 20–100 lb; push/pull 250 lb; static push/pull 25 lb; pinch minimum 15 lb; grasp minimum 75 lb; full range of motion required (cervical, shoulders, elbows, wrists, fingers, hands, lumbar spine, knees, feet).
• Must pass company agility and drug tests and achieve a minimum 70 % score on an in‑house mechanical examination.
• Working conditions: inside and outside; extreme heat and cold; moderate noise and vibration; wet and humid; moving mechanical parts; electric shock; chemicals; height; explosives; burns; odors; dust; steps; handrails; slick floors; protrusions; narrow access.
• Any lifting over 70 lb must be completed with assistance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required (or commitment to obtain a GED through Carlstar‑sponsored program within 12 months of hire).
• Certification as a Forklift Operator.
• Three to five years of industrial experience.
• Minimum of 1 year in a manufacturing/distribution operation preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while meeting production and quality goals.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid forklift or equipment license as needed.