Facilities Equipment Service Technician - Anna Engine Plant - Sign On Bonus

Pay Information

$36.04 - $41.19 per hour

Job Purpose

This position is within the Facilities department within Honda Development & Manufacturing of America, LLC’s (HDMA). The Facilities department is responsible for the building which includes new construction, remodels, utility management (electric, compressed air, natural gas, water), building maintenance, end of life equipment replacements and upgrades. The goal of the department is to create a facility that we are proud of and serve our customers.

Role Description:
Work on a team to perform facilities equipment preventative maintenance, repairs, improvements, and reporting, to maintain a high level of customer service in building, equipment, and utility operations.  This position demands a robust electrical background, especially in industrial or heavy commercial construction and/or maintenance. Additionally, candidates should be capable of learning and performing tasks in other disciplines.
Continuously develop associate skills through Honda maintenance training program and find ways of introducing technologies and efficiency improvements.
 

Key Accountabilities

• Complete preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and building controls). Perform daily assigned work order tasks and communicate any follow-up needed
• Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability, and yield. Suggest and revise PM's to properly maintain facilities equipment
• Performs equipment failure analysis (including preventative and unscheduled maintenance). 
• Troubleshoots and diagnose equipment problems. 
• Participate in a reliability centered maintenance program for equipment. Participate in team activities to develop and maintain long term equipment reliability. Support total equipment management through daily and proactive activities to improve operations, promoting business targets and objectives.
• Provide mentorship and teambuilding through work habits, communication and the sharing of knowledge and expertise. Expand and maintain technical expertise through formal and on-the-job training opportunities. Support and engage in activities that drive new ideas, leveraging new technology, new methods and approaches to positively impact Honda's competitiveness.
   

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

• Completion of 2-year technical degree or equivalent equipment service experience

Minimum Experience:

• Desired: 5 years of experience in a Facilities environment (industrial, or heavy commercial). Will consider well qualified entry level candidates

Other Job-Specific Skills:

• Working knowledge of Facilities low and medium voltage electrical equipment (including substations, switches, cable, starters, VFDs, MCC, breakers, bus duct) and Building Management Systems.
• Working knowledge of Facilities fire alarm (Simplex) and building controls (EcoStruxure EBO) systems and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment, such as HVAC, Refrigeration, Air Compressors, Air Dryers, Boilers, Cooling Towers, Pumps, Plumbing & Piping.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly express ideas
• Comply with Honda Health and Safety Policies
• Minimum computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) 
• Self-motivated, creative thinking, and a positive attitude, continuous improvement and customer service driven
• Must use time effectively & prevent irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.
• Demonstrate the ability to plan/prioritize work assignments, submit schedules, set clear milestones & completion dates.
• Demonstrate the ability to collect & analyze pertinent data, identify root cause, and develop effective countermeasures.

Working Conditions

• High level of physical activity. Lots of walking, stairs, climbing, roof, hot/cold climate conditions.
• Participate in Honda related improvement activities such as Honda Improvement Program (HIP)
• Work area focused on interior and exterior facilities mechanical room and manufacturing floor environment
• Infrequent - Occasional trips to other plants or suppliers ( less than 1x per month )
• Ability to work effectively with production, equipment service associates and contractors
• Willing to suggest improvements or enhancements to facilities operations.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments with efficient time management.
• Willingness to work weekends, all shifts, overtime, and shutdowns as required. 
• Complete the required ES Technical Development Program (TDP) consisting of approx. 700 hours of classwork and hands-on training over a 4 yr. period.
• Demonstrate competence with Honda Core Non-Exempt Role and Responsibilities for Maintenance Technician / Equipment Service (NE-1).