Maintenance Technician - Experienced-US

About the role

Kennametal is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team in Asheboro, NC. With over 85 years of industrial technology leadership, we provide tools and solutions that enhance precision and efficiency in various industries.

Responsibilities

• Repair equipment in accordance with standard engineering practices and OEM technical manuals.
• Read and comprehend schematics, multi-meter & ammeter utilization, 3 phase and single-phase motor control, PLC & ladder logic, soldering, power tool usage capability, welding, soldering, threading, power transmission applications knowledge (gearboxes, sprockets, & belts), pneumatics/hydraulics.
• Perform troubleshooting, diagnosing, repair and maintenance of all manufacturing and associated service equipment identifying the root cause of the problem.
• Maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems controls and components.
• Complete overhaul/rebuild of equipment, including rewiring and replacement of motors, ball-screws, rails and bearings, encoders/resolvers, electronic printed circuit boards, proximity switches, micro switches, relays, timers etc. Also include calibration and testing upon completion of overhaul.
• Use equipment manuals or verbal instructions to maintain intricate equipment in adjusting, aligning, and fitting.
• Utilize basic CNC processing and test equipment in diagnosing and correcting defective components.
• Review all work orders and document and fill them out upon completion.
• Calibrate manufacturing equipment, robots in accordance with OEM suggested guidelines.
• Interact with staff in all departments of the plant, as well as outside vendors and service engineers.
• Attend technical training sessions to upgrade skills and knowledge of increasingly complex equipment and processes.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent in industrial maintenance and/or relative discipline and 3-5 years’ maintenance repair experience in a manufacturing facility required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend Schematics, Multi-Meter & Ammeter Utilization, 3 phase and Single-phase motor control, PLC & Ladder Logic, Soldering, Power tool usage capability, Welding, Soldering, Threading, Power Transmission applications knowledge (Gearboxes, sprockets, & Belts), Pneumatics/Hydraulics.

Skills

• Basic CNC processing and test equipment.
• Technical training sessions.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Health insurance.
• Employee development programs.

Pay

• $XX.XX per hour

Schedule

• Full-time