Production Maintenance Technician

Acara Solutions is seeking multiple Maintenance Technicians for our growing client in Phoenix, AZ. These are direct hire opportunities with great benefits. Relocation assistance is provided for non-local candidates. Please note: MUST BE ABLE TO TRAIN IN CHINA FOR 3-6 WEEKS (all expenses paid by company, including visa/passport if needed) Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventative/predictive maintenance to all production equipment as required
• Work side-by-side with experienced technician(s) during equipment repair and learn smart/safe work practices
• Complete small electrical and mechanical projects based on direction given from Supervisor
• Demonstrate safe work practices and follow company safety policies, procedures and regulations at all times
• Repair and replace electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic and electronic components such as motors, contractors, relays, timers, types of switches, PLCs, light curtains, motor controls and valves
• Run new power supply lines to new/relocated equipment according to regulations and company policy
• Wire new control panels according to supplied drawings and verbal instructions while adhering to applicable standards and regulations
• Recognize and diagnose faults on electrical equipment or systems, which may involve complex interlocking, interrelated circuits, integrated systems and complex sequencing
• Install, examine, replace and repair electronic wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components
• Maintain production equipment to maximize operating performance and assist with maintaining electrical spare parts' inventory levels
• Perform repairs on equipment to restore them to proper and safe work conditions
• Perform installation, set up, modification and relocation of equipment to accommodate or improve production requirements
• Read/write electrical and electronic schematics/diagrams, basic hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with strong problem-solving skills, preferably honed in a fast-paced manufacturing/industrial environment with multiple priorities

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Troubleshooting experience with electrical and mechanical equipment, PLC systems, Robots, AC drives, DC drives, servo drives, motion control, HMI interface, motor controls, safety sensors, and relays
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, electrical/mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic schematics and ladder/function block logic
• Demonstrate working knowledge of industrial PCs and PLCs (Siemens Step 7, Beckhoff TwinCat, etc.) and electric circuitry consisting of contractors, relays, main voltage/control voltage, limit switches and proximity sensors
• Ability to work within a team environment and interact with all areas of production
• Mechanical aptitude/ interest
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• High degree of attention to detail, precision and follow through
• Willing and able to work rotating shift
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Systems (CMMS)
• Technical degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Techniques, or related subject

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $41.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 10 years
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 3x12
• 4x12
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Phoenix, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person