Position Description
Title : Maintenance Equipment Technician
Department : Maintenance
Immediate Supervisor : Maintenance Manager
Status : Hourly
Position Purpose : A Maintenance Equipment l Technician will have demonstrated work and leadership characteristics required to achieve success in a multi-faceted manufacturing environment. The position demands an individual capable of working on technical / operational projects that involve a broad range of equipment, materials, and procedural issues. A Maintenance Equipment Technician will have proven talents in written / verbal communications, logical thought processes, maintenance skills specific to a manufacturing environment, working effectively as a member of a team, and recognizing potential problems and providing means for avoiding the problems. The Maintenance Equipment Technician must perform assignments to completion as instructed and be willing to work in a team environment.
Principle Accountabilities
- Follows all Safety Rules. Participates in monthly 100% Safety Participation Program.
- Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, gear reducers, conveyor systems, precision bearings and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
- Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
- Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools;
- Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
- Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
- Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
- 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 technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
- 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.
- Understanding of vibration analysis, thermal imaging and precision alignment.
- Thorough knowledge of the hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Essential Skills and Experience
High School diploma, or equivalent, plus 5 years related industrial maintenance experience or equivalent required, or Associate's degree plus 3 years of related industrial maintenance experience required.Skills in the areas of pneumatic, hydraulic and drive systems are needed. Experience with troubleshooting and repairing AC / DC drives, PLC's and industrial controls is a must.Candidates must be proficient in using Allen Bradley's PLC software.Proficient in Microsoft Office suite preferred.Good communication skills, project scheduling and small team leadership abilities.Ability to work in a self-directed workforce environment.Exceptional organizational and time management skills required.Able to work weekends and holidays as needed.Job Posted by ApplicantPro