Maintenance Technician

Job Title:Maintenance Technician

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Plant Manager

Job Summary: The Maintenance Technician performs various duties including installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and facility equipment according to safety and operation guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Assemble, install, and maintain production machines and facility equipment; perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts; checking fluid levels; replacing filters; or other preventative maintenance actions per schedule.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and perform unscheduled repairs of production machines and facility equipment to keep production running safely and efficiently.
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, and plumbing.
• Complete the mechanical elements of projects resulting from corrective actions relating to safety and quality.
• Ensure your safety by always using designated personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools designed and rated for the task, complying with safety regulations, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, and blueprints to complete repairs and maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Order parts, supplies, or equipment with the direction of the Plant Manager.
• Coordinate routine maintenance on the building such as painting, roofing, fixing doors, drywall, or other parts of the building with outside vendors.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Assist in other areas and perform other duties, as needed. (This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job.)

Qualifications and Requirements

• Associate degree in industrial maintenance or at least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience required.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple demands of time and attention in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be mechanical minded.
• Available to work overtime or outside of normal business hours for projects and preventative maintenance.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with electrical (480v/240v/120v single and 3 phase).
• Minimum of 2 years experience with pneumatics.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with hydraulics.
• Experience performing maintenance on PLC equipment preferred.
• Other skills such as plumbing, carpentry, welding, and fabrication are preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting robotic equipment is preferred.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) is preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred or equivalent and relevant demonstrated skills and experience.
• Ability to be energetic and focused while working in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Must be able to complete paperwork/documents thoroughly.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to maintain safety while working effectively and efficiently.
• Must be able to wear all required PPE for the position, including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, face shield, steel or composite toe footwear, respirator, weld helmet.
• Able to safely lift 80 pounds with prolonged periods of standing.
• Will continuously stand, walk, squat, stoop, and bend throughout the 10-hour shift.
• Potentially exposed to chemicals, dust, and smoke frequently.
• Occasionally climb ladders and scaffolding.
• Must be able to use hand tools, pneumatic tools, and power tools.
• Will frequently work in hot or cold environments, potentially outdoors during inclement weather.

INITIAL BENEFITS:

• Full-time employees are eligible for the following company benefits after 30 days of employment.
  • Basic Life/AD&D (The Company Provides $25,000 and you can purchase more if you desire).
  • Short Term Disability (Company Provides 60% of Wages to a maximum $2000/week)
  • Long Term Disability (Company Provides 60% of Wages to a maximum $1000/month)
    • Buy Up Option. 60% of wages to a maximum $6000/month

AVAILABLE BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance (3 Plans to Choose From)
• Wellness Discount available: New Hires have 90 days to complete screening.
• Teladoc – Virtual Dr. Visits included with any medical plan (General Medical, Mental Health and Dermatology).
• HSA Account available for high-deductible health plans.
• Vision
• Dental
• Critical Illness
• Accidental Insurance

SECONDARY Additional BENEFITS:

• Employee Assistance Program.
• Full-time & Part-Time employees are eligible for 401K following company benefits after 30 days of employment.
• The Company will Match 100% up to 3%. Employees can contribute more than 3% of their Pay but will only be matched on the first 3%.