Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Platte - Bldg B - Platte City, MO 64079

Salary Range $23.00 - $40.00 Hourly

Position Title: Maintenance Technician

Reporting to: Maintenance Manager

Department: Production

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954. Our mission statement is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support. We live that statement every single day. We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to help support that mission.

Job Summary

A Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems within a facility, ensuring equipment operates efficiently and safely by identifying issues, ordering necessary parts, and completing repairs in a timely manner; often including emergency response to urgent breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance
• Regularly inspecting and servicing equipment according to scheduled maintenance plans, including lubrication, cleaning, and component replacements
• Troubleshooting and repair
• Diagnosing malfunctions in equipment, identifying root causes, and performing repairs to restore functionality
• Emergency response
• Responding to urgent equipment failures outside of regular working hours to minimize downtime
• Parts management
• Maintaining inventory of common replacement parts and ordering new parts as needed
• Documentation
• Keeping detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment conditions
• Safety compliance
• Adhering to safety procedures and regulations when performing maintenance

Great Benefits

• Highly Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Certification Training
• Opportunity for advancement

Qualifications

• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems
• Troubleshooting skills: Ability to diagnose equipment issues and identify solutions effectively
• Hand tools proficiency: Skillful use of various hand tools and power tools
• Basic computer skills: Familiarity with maintenance management software (CMMS) to log work orders and track equipment history
• Problem-solving abilities: Capability to analyze situations, identify root causes and implement solutions
• Physical ability: Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work in confined spaces
• Forklift certified (will train and certify)
• Welding, Fabrication and some electrical experience preferred

Work Conditions

Physical Demands/Work Environment: This position regularly requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing stairs. It also often requires pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting 50+ lbs. and working in a variety of weather conditions and noise levels. This list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provide an outline. Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Central Power Systems & Services is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen (including THC).

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire. You must be legally authorized to work in U.S. to be considered for this role.

Central Power Systems & Services