Maintenance Technician I

Maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, and boiler systems within a manufacturing environment; execute capital projects (installation, dismantling of equipment) and other maintenance tasks throughout the facility.

Schedule

40 hours a week with a varied shift schedule of 8–10 hour shifts, occasional overtime, and weekend hours. No travel required.

Responsibilities

• Reassemble machines after repair or maintenance work.
• Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and detect problems.
• Inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair.
• Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, parts, or equipment according to procedures.
• Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments according to production specifications.
• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
• Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
• Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
• Set up and operate machines and adjust controls to regulate operations.
• Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage using cranes, hoists, or dollies.
• Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas.
• Clean machines and parts using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to two years of related maintenance experience.
• Mechanical background with rotating equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical/mechanical troubleshooting.
• Preferred experience in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, and boiler maintenance.
• Knowledge of measuring gauges such as tape measures.
• Experience with hand and power tools, forklift operation, gas and arc welders, testing equipment, and computers (shop floor and ERP).
• Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and complete tasks in stressful situations.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to ambient/outside temperatures and dust.
• Work with mechanical parts, pinch points, and increased noise levels.
• Exposure to hazardous mechanical, electrical, and chemical substances/equipment.
• Confined workspaces.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Eye and hearing protection required at all times on the production floor.
• Safety toe shoes (steel/composite).
• Flame-resistant rated maintenance uniform provided.
• Additional PPE as defined by management within assigned department.