Mechanical & Electrical Technician

About the role

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing diagnostics and repairs on the mechanical and electrical systems of the plant's machines and equipment, including but not limited to hydraulic, steam, and chemical piping systems. They will also inspect equipment, diagnose malfunctions through preventive maintenance plans, analyze equipment failures, and assist in determining root causes.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical machine failures by disassembly and inspection of components.
• Utilize technical documentation (prints, manuals, specifications, etc.) to aid in troubleshooting.
• Accurately keep maintenance records of critical and quality-related plant equipment.
• Determine root cause of failure and correct condition to prevent reoccurrence.
• Audit the maintenance program and identify and recommend opportunities for improvement.
• Repair failure using current procedures and recommend alternative methods of repair.
• Develop, document, and perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to maximize equipment reliability.
• Generate out-of-tolerance reports, when required, for equipment found outside of acceptance criteria.
• Perform precision maintenance tasks such as alignment checks, measurement of mechanical clearances, and balancing of rotating equipment.
• Execute motor and plant lubrication tasks, ensuring grease quantity and intervals are maintained within appropriate guidelines.
• Maintain procedures for critical and quality-related plant equipment.
• Understand and comply with all OSHA, state/provincial, and local codes.
• Participate in plant training and safety programs.
• Use Company computerized maintenance management system (SAP) to record and access maintenance-related information.
• Demonstrate safe work habits and proper care for tools and equipment.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Acquire new mechanical, pneumatics and hydraulics knowledge as appropriate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent combination of industrial maintenance experience and education.
• Technical training in accredited technical school or equivalent, with certification in one or more of the following: industrial math, rigging, industrial maintenance, welding, pipefitting, machining, lubrication, condition based monitoring, a plus.
• Minimum three years of experience in a general first-class maintenance capacity in an industrial environment.
• Basic electrical knowledge or experience with AC/DC voltage.
• Knowledge of PLCs and VFDs.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand labels, blueprints, schematics, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals and/or written instructions accurately.
• Knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and repairs of common mechanical systems found in an industrial manufacturing facility.
• Previous experience with one or more of the following: conveyors (screw, drag, belt), centrifugal pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, material handling systems, or boiler/steam systems, preferred.
• Computer literate with prior experience with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), SAP experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus.
• Understanding of OSHA rules.

Skills

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent combination of industrial maintenance experience and education.
• Technical training in accredited technical school or equivalent, with certification in one or more of the following: industrial math, rigging, industrial maintenance, welding, pipefitting, machining, lubrication, condition based monitoring, a plus.
• Minimum three years of experience in a general first-class maintenance capacity in an industrial environment.
• Basic electrical knowledge or experience with AC/DC voltage.
• Knowledge of PLCs and VFDs.
• Ability to read and understand labels, blueprints, schematics, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals and/or written instructions accurately.
• Knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and repairs of common mechanical systems found in an industrial manufacturing facility.
• Previous experience with one or more of the following: conveyors (screw, drag, belt), centrifugal pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, material handling systems, or boiler/steam systems, preferred.
• Computer literate with prior experience with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), SAP experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus.
• Understanding of OSHA rules.

Benefits

• Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.

Pay

$40.55 per hour, and an additional shift differential if applicable.

Schedule

8-hour shift that could go up to 16-hour shift. 3 rotative shifts during the week + overtime when required.