Maintenance Mechanic - Manufacturing

Job Description

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\nTeledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.\n
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\nWe are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.\n
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Job Description \n
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\nThe Senior Maintenance Technician is an advanced-level technician responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving production equipment in a battery manufacturing environment. This role handles complex mechanical and electrical issues, supports plant utilities, and provides technical guidance to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.\n
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.\n
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Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting \n
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• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment across casting, pasting, cell, and final assembly operations, as well as all supporting equipment
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• Perform advanced troubleshooting on mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems
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• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and uptime
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• Identify root causes of recurring failures and implement corrective actions
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• Support Production Operations
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• Respond to equipment downtime with urgency to restore production
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• Support line changeovers, startups, and equipment adjustments
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• Work closely with operations to prioritize maintenance activities and minimize disruption
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Technical Contribution \n
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• Provide hands-on assistance to less experienced mechanics/technicians as needed
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• Assist in coordinating daily maintenance activities and communicating priorities
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• Help drive consistent troubleshooting and repair practices across the maintenance team
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Fabrication & Equipment Improvement \n
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• Fabricate or modify guards, brackets, fixtures, and machine components to improve safety and reliability
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• Support equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives
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• Assist with installation and commissioning of new or modified equipment
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Utilities & Facility Support \n
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• Monitor and support plant utility systems, including dust collection and wastewater treatment
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• Identify and address issues that may impact safety, compliance, or production uptime
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• Support compressed air and other plant support systems as needed
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Safety & Compliance \n
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• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and PPE requirements
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• Work safely in a battery manufacturing environment with lead exposure controls
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• Identify and report unsafe conditions and participate in corrective actions
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Competencies \n
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\nTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:\n
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• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
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• Sense of urgency in supporting production
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• Safety-first mindset
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• Accountability and ownership of equipment performance
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• Ability to work independently and support team success
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• Clear, direct communication in a production environment
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Requirement: Must be a U.S. Person or U.S. Citizen (includes lawful permanent residents, refugees, green card holders, and asylees)\n
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Education and/or Experience \n
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• High school diploma or equivalent required
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• Technical training or associate degree in Industrial Maintenance (preferred but not required)
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• 10+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
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Technical Skills \n
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Electrical & Controls \n
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• Strong working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including ability to:\n
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  • Troubleshoot 120V-480V circuits in a manufacturing environment
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  • Diagnose issues with motors, starters, contactors, overloads, and disconnects
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  • Identify faults in sensors, switches, relays, and control components
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  • Troubleshoot VFDs, soft starts, and motor control systems
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  • Use multimeters and clamp meters to safely identify electrical issues
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• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and panel layouts
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• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment, including:\n
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  • Ability to troubleshoot basic I/O issues, identify electrical vs. controls-related problems, and work with controls or engineering to resolve issues
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Mechanical Expertise \n
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• Advanced mechanical troubleshooting and repair of complex production equipment
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• Strong understanding of rotating equipment, including shafts, bearings, couplings, and alignment
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• Experience diagnosing and repairing:\n
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  • Conveyors and automated material handling systems
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  • Gearboxes, chains, belts, and drive systems
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  • Hydraulic and pneumatic systems (valves, cylinders, regulators)
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• Ability to perform precision mechanical work, including alignment, fitting, and component replacement
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• Strong understanding of wear patterns, failure modes, and root cause identification
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Fabrication & Machining \n
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• Proficient in fabrication and repair of equipment components, including:\n
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  • Welding (MIG preferred; TIG/Stick a plus)
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  • Cutting, grinding, and fitting of metal components
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• Experience operating shop equipment:\n
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  • Lathe, drill press, grinders, and other machining tools
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• Ability to fabricate guards, brackets, fixtures, and modify equipment to improve safety and reliability
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Thermal & Process Equipment \n
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• Experience with gas-fired and temperature-controlled equipment, including:\n
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  • Industrial ovens, dryers, and curing systems
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  • Gas burners, regulators, and valve trains
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  • Flame safety devices and basic combustion systems
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• Ability to troubleshoot heating, airflow, and temperature control issues affecting production
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Plant Utilities & Support Systems \n
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• Strong understanding of plant utility systems and their impact on production, including:\n
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  • Dust collection systems (baghouses, fans, ducting, filtration)
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  • Wastewater treatment and filtration systems
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  • Compressed air systems and distribution
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• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues that impact environmental systems and uptime
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Other Qualifications: Valid driver's license.\n
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Salary Range: \n
\n$62,800.00-$83,700.000\n
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\nThe anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.\n
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\nTeledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.\n
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\nTeledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.