Maintenance Technician

General Purpose

Perform general mechanical maintenance of facility and equipment in a timely and courteous manner.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance of manufacturing equipment (i.e. printing presses, folding machines, etc.).
• Repairs and maintains facility systems (HVAC, plumbing, compressed air, and humidification).
• Paints and performs minor repairs of building interior and exterior including masonry, wallboard, ceiling tiles, woodwork, etc.
• Uses rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments accurately.
• Performs basic handiwork such as replacing light bulbs, ballasts, water and air filters, and plumbing fixtures, cleaning drains, hanging pictures and bulletin boards, and maintaining proper forklift batteries.
• Prepares and operates machine tools such as grinders, and drill presses to repair machine parts and/or fixtures.
• Troubleshoots electric and electronic problems.
• Performs inspections of and tests fire alarms and pumps.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical components including bindery equipment (folder roller changes, transport belts, bearings, drive motors) and presses.
• Troubleshoots and repairs PLC’s.
• Troubleshoots motors, pumps, compressors and any other systems in the plant.
• Checks new and refurbished parts for the proper specs.
• Performs preventative maintenance.
• Performs machine modifications to improve production as needed.
• Works on call as required.
• BUILDS CUSTOM PARTS ON DEMAND.
• Maintains accurate maintenance records.
• Operates scissors.

Qualifications

• Training or certification in machine-specific systems and electronics.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical component repair.
• Ability to properly use rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of AC/DC motors.
• Training in basic electrical and mechanical safety.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Knowledgeable in the safe use of hand tools and small power tools.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Availability to work on-call as needed.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.