Maintenance Technician I - Second Shift

The Maintenance Technician I will monitor vital automation equipment and respond to trouble codes, alarms and faults impacting operation according to SOPs (standard operating procedures). The technician may be asked to perform preventive maintenance and basic repair of mechanical, electrical, and other physical structures in accordance with SOPs, internal requirements, manufacturer's specifications, and safety policies. Communicates more complex operational issues to higher-level technicians and assists with repairs when requested.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Locate, identify, and resolve any safety issues with mechanical or electrical devices.
• Proactively investigate needs, evaluate issues, and present/recommend alternatives to decrease overall facility operational downtime thus increasing operational effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain purchasing/inventory controls for repair parts and tool inventories.
• Support existing and future projects during installations, start-up, and long-term operation.
• Support daily/weekly asset usage
• Assist in daily/weekly training warehouse personnel.
• Assist with special projects as directed by management.
• Continuously seeking to improve upon existing methods of operation, by research and development.

EXPERIENCE

• Ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience in general maintenance machine operations, facility maintenance, and maintenance for high volume conveying systems, etc.
• Preference given for experience in/around: high volume conveying operations, water systems, large volume washers, motors, electrical, PLC controls.
• Previous experience with the following: welding, pipe installation/ repair, and heating/ boiler units.
• Previous experience with general facility maintenance functions including doors, office, forklifts, etc.

SKILLS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to quickly interpret, analyze, and report issues with machines/facility components.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proven planning and organizational skills with the ability to handle high volume mechanical requirements.
• Demonstrated successes in handling multiple high priority projects, in addition to normal responsibilities.