Maintenance Technician

Job Duties:

· Ensures proper operation of machinery, electro-mechanical and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on but not limited to motors, hydraulics, conveyor systems, pumps, gear boxes, pneumatics, air compressors, fork trucks and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.

· Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical and electrical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.

· Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, fork truck and hand and power tools;

· Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.

· Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using proper hand tools, power tools and measuring devices

· Controls downtime by informing production supervisors and operators of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.

· Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.

· Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.

· Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.

· Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.

· Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

· Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

· Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

· Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.