Maintenance Technician

Purpose

Responsible for the general maintenance, repair and upkeep of the building, material handling equipment, and all other machines used throughout the operation.

Scope

Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, construction, modifications, and repair activities.

Essential Functions

• Must comply with all EH&S regulations for the protection of the environment and maintain safe working conditions.
• Policies, procedures, and work instructions must be adhered to for quality assurance and internal / external customer satisfaction.
• Work with all levels of the organization to prevent equipment failure and correct any problems that exist.
• Efficiently and effectively troubleshoot and repair all issues involving the facility and/or its equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory levels.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

Duties

• Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests.
• Schedule and complete the Preventative Maintenance Program on all equipment.
• Monitor and maintain all building systems as assigned.
• Aid in changing the batteries on all material handling equipment as needed.
• Assist in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors.
• Ensure all equipment is in proper working order and all safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Ability and willingness to work alternative shifts as required.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to handle the pressure of deadlines, coupled with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to understand all drawings, diagrams and instructions for equipment / machinery.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• The employee is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee may be exposed to heights up to 30 feet.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles, and can be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold including climates consistent with outside weather conditions.

Training

• High school diploma or GED
• Technical or Trade School Certification
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications.
• Prior equipment and facility maintenance experience preferred