Maintenance Technician I - 2nd Shift

Job Summary 

Maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems within a manufacturing environment; execute capital projects (installation, dismantling of equipment) and other various maintenance tasks throughout the facility. Expected hours of work 40 hours a week with a varied shift schedule 10+ hours shifts with occasional overtime and weekend hours. No travel required.  

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work. 

• Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems. 

• Inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair.  

• Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specific procedures. 

• Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments according to production specifications. 

• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists. 

• Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information. 

• Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance. 

• Set up and operate machines and adjust controls to regulate operations. 

• Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies. 

• Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas. 

• Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

 Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Knowledge of measuring gauges such as tape measures 

• Knowledge and use of micrometers and calipers. 

• Knowledge of various hand and power tools 

• Prior experience operating a forklift. 

• Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information. 

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills 

• Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills 

• Ability to work under pressure to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. 

• Ability to use hand & portable tools, gas and arc welder, forklift, pickup truck, testing equipment, tape measure, computer (shop floor and ERP). 

• Ability to obtain rigging training and certification (as needed). 

• Ability to obtain welding certification (as needed). 

Education and Experience:  

• Required: 

• Education – High School diploma or GED required. 

• Must complete NFPA 70E training within 180 days of assignment.  

• One to two (1-2) years related maintenance experience. 

• Previous experience in the following maintenance areas preferred: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and welding. 

• Mechanical background with rotating equipment. Hydraulic and pneumatic. Electrical/mechanical troubleshooting. 

Working Conditions: 

• Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels. 

• Exposure to hazardous mechanical, electrical and chemical substances/equipment. 

• Confined workspaces. 

Physical Requirements:  

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:  

• Eye and hearing protection is required at all times on the production floor.  

• Safety toe shoes (steel/composite). 

• Flame Resistant rated Maintenance uniform provided. 

• Other PPE as defined by management within assigned department.