Maintenance Tech

About the Role

The purpose of this job is to perform all equipment and facilities related electrical, mechanical, sheet metal, welding, instrument, and pipe fitting work. Utilizes process and maintenance knowledge to assist in the planning and performance of all tasks. Provides leadership and training for other maintenance department employees in the performance of their duties.

Responsibilities

• Specify, order or otherwise procure the necessary materials and equipment to be utilized on various jobs.
• Participates in electrical, mechanical, PLC, computer, alignment, vibration analysis, etc. for all maintenance crafts.
• Assist with training other craft employees.
• Performs any type of electric arc and acetylene welding and cutting assignments using generally accepted welding and cutting procedures (includes soldering, brazing, inert gas welding, etc.).
• Must be proficient in the safe use of all machine shop equipment, hand tools, power tools and precision instruments.
• Perform regular fire and safety inspection and issues reports.
• Circuit or logic modifications.
• Transformers, medium voltage motor starters, motor control center (MCC) structures (main breaker & bus), interlocked armour cables, large circuit breakers main disconnects, furnace power regulators, furnace firing transformers, 480/277 volt lighting distribution panels, etc.
• Conduit, wiring, or electrical equipment installation – (except for replacement of damaged flexible conduit and re-securing conduit mountings).
• Repair, replacement, checkout, or troubleshooting of Burner control systems including ANY system requiring flame safety supervisory controls such as asphalt booster heater, HVAC boiler, oven zone burners, incinerator burners, large Hartzell heaters.
• Repair or replacement of facility lighting fixtures (in and out of doors locations).
• Repair, replacement, or troubleshooting in PLCs (programmable logic controllers).
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Regular attendance on site and ability to rotate to varying shifts.
• All other duties as assigned or needed.

Skills

• Provide verifiable and sustained authorization to work in the United States.
• Basic computer skills.
• Electrical knowledge.
• Basic PLC knowledge.
• Hydraulic knowledge.
• Pneumatics knowledge.
• Basic blueprint and schematic reading.
• Proficient in SAP PM module.
• Basic welding ability.
• Able to think under pressure and make quick decisions.
• Ability to work well in a team or alone.
• Good attention to detail.
• Able to operate a computer or other keyboard instrument.

Qualifications

• High school or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Must be able to learn and demonstrate proficiency in the responsibilities of this position.
• Preferably five (5) years of experience in a related maintenance trade or occupation involving electrical, hydraulic machinery and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to demonstrate troubleshooting techniques and have a basic understanding of blueprints.
• Basic ability and knowledge of welding practices and hydraulic circuitry.
• Advanced understanding of electrical circuitry.
• Basic PLC knowledge.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision, with drive toward accomplishment and to produce high‑quality work.

Physical Requirements

• Able to work at elevated heights.
• Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for several hours.
• Ability to stand for 8‑12 hours straight.
• Able to climb and descend stairs, scaffolding, and ladders for up to 12 hours repetitively.
• Lift, push, and pull 40 lbs. more than 50 times per day.
• Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely.
• Exposure to temperature extremes.
• Exposure to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable.
• Bending and twisting.
• Handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Repetitive movements.