Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Maintenance Technician 1 ensures that machine working components and work areas are in safe condition. They are responsible for preventive maintenance and downtime machine repairs for the production process to ensure high-quality product is made and proper machine standards are followed.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and preventative maintenance on all equipment as directed.
• Assists in a variety of maintenance activities including but not limited to: machine repair, installation of new equipment, building walkways, cleaning, painting, etc.
• Correctly and promptly completes all maintenance documentation as required.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by safely dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Informs the Maintenance Manager about equipment problems, safety concerns, and procurement of spare parts and tools.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the Company in its sole discretion.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED, required.
• 1-2 years of experience in an industrial setting performing machine maintenance, required.
• Ability to troubleshoot and multitask.
• High attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Team player who is reliable and trustworthy.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in a non-controlled environment.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with BCBS.
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance with Mutual of Omaha.
• Voluntary supplemental policies with Aflac and Legal/ID Shield (premiums paid 100% by the employee through payroll deduction).
• Vacation accrual starting after 90 days at a rate of 1.54 hours per week, with increased accrual rates at 5 and 10 years of service.
• Eligibility to enroll in a 401k plan through John Hancock after 90 days of employment.
• Free virtual doctor appointments with Ally Health.