Maintenance Technician II - Electrical

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$3000 Sign On Bonus We are now hiring for ALL shifts! The starting pay rate for this position is $38.32/hr + $1.50 Shift Differential.

This position will be part of a maintenance team in a high volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment. Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Manager, this role will perform various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in electrical repair and maintenance.

Location: USA, Decatur, AL

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, troubleshooting/repairing electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting Variable Frequency Drives, Process Logic Controllers, Servo Drives, setting and adjusting parameters, and replacement of such devices.
• Thorough knowledge of electricity to include AC & DC power, single phase and 3 phase power.
• Maintaining/troubleshooting/repairing hydraulic/pneumatic/electrical/mechanical equipment and pumps.
• Basic knowledge of PLC's to include reading and modifying.
• Performing preventive maintenance.
• Completing shop records and using reporting systems following established procedures.
• Adjusting manufacturing equipment and testing machinery for accuracy.
• Assisting other maintenance personnel with equipment repair.
• Using a wide range of powered-hand tools (air/electric guns) and vibratory tools/equipment.
• Working in a safe manner at all times, being aware of potential hazards in the area and safeguarding.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Associate’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical field or similar with minimum 3 years of experience in electrical maintenance position in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Equivalent trade school certification/license with minimum 5 years of experience in the electrical field with experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical training with military service with 7 years' experience in maintenance in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Work experience with AC/DC power & process logic controllers (PLC) used in manufacturing.
• Demonstrated multi-craft skills & proficient in at least one additional craft such as pneumatics, welding, injection molding, hydraulics, or millwright.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed drawings and prints.
• Ability to use a wide range of powered-hand tools (air/electric guns) and vibratory tools/equipment.

Skills

• Team-oriented and able to work well with others.
• Able to work any shift as needed, with the ability to change shifts, work overtime, holidays, and weekends as required.
• Capable of attaining annual medical clearance for respirator usage as well as medical clearance to all areas of the plant.
• Able to obtain and maintain a forklift certification.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation, including but not limited to:
  • Intermittently sit or stand with frequent walking.
  • Occasionally lift or move component parts up to 50 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 35 lbs.
  • Use hands to handle or feel parts—grasp, squeeze, pinch, manual dexterity.
  • Reach with hands and arms, stoop, twist, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, or crawl.
  • Talk and hear, use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

• May be exposed to outside weather conditions prevalent at the time.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, foam rooms, and caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements that balance the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

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