Maintenance Tech I

About the role

This highly motivated individual, as part of the Maintenance department, will be responsible for maintenance and repair activities for the building facilities, grounds, as well as production and handling equipment in a manufacturing and industrial warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and/or electrical equipment, including but not limited to lift and transport trucks, water plumbing, and specialized production test equipment.
• Plans and performs work requiring a strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical theories and principles.
• Installs, starts up, and shuts down equipment for machine activation and shutdown in accordance with OSHA and Watts safety requirements.
• Advises operators and supervisors of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical and mechanical equipment and components.
• Installs and relocates warehouse racking.
• Maintains company performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed or scheduled.
• Proactively identifies problems and takes prompt action. Informs appropriate management and other maintenance mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Trains and assists other maintenance team members.
• Willing to work overtime when required.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• 3+ years of demonstrated experience in the electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and/or pneumatic fields.
• Highly safety conscious.
• Experience with building and construction trades and best practices/techniques.
• Basic understanding of common local and national building codes.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Working understanding of properties of various materials including wood, metals, and plastics.
• Working understanding of electrical principles.
• Able to understand and communicate proficiently in English.
• Experience in operating forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, etc.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Experience with and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Personally motivated and able to work with minimal supervision or direction.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with commercial or industrial building maintenance.
• Experience with manufacturing maintenance.
• Licensed in a trade (e.g., plumbing, electrician).
• OSHA training.
• Machining experience.
• Welding/Plasma cutting experience.
• Commercial Driver’s License, either current or past.
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and internet use.
• Multi-lingual: Ability to communicate in Spanish a plus.

Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a manufacturing facility at the Company’s location in [city/state]. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits.
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave.
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off.
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement.
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs.