Maintenance Technician

Job Title

This is an entry-level, training maintenance position where the employee possesses fundamental mechanical knowledge to perform inside/outside routine maintenance or preventive maintenance for building(s), grounds, machines, and equipment that includes setup and adjustments for production runs and installation/repair of machines and equipment following standard operating and safety procedures. Employee may interact with vendors to obtain estimates and submits orders for repair parts and supplies as needed.

Relocation reimbursement with temporary housing allowance included

Educational/Experience Requirements

• High School/GED Required
• Valid Driver's License Required
• One-to-Two (1-2) Years Maintenance-Related Experience Required
• Twenty-four to Thirty-Six (24-36) Months On-The-Job Training Required

Job Qualifications

• Possess dependability to be consistently at work and on time with ability to work 40+ flexible schedule as required
• Possess ability to read and comprehend written instruction; follow verbal directives; follow general and maintenance-specific safety procedures and guidelines
• Possess functional mathematical ability including knowledge of fractions and decimals to perform basic math calculations and measurement computing using tape measure and/or micrometers
• Possess functional mechanical knowledge with ability to develop good fabricating and trouble-shooting skills including pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Possess working knowledge of operational functions for general maintenance equipment including cranes, forklifts, milling machines, lathes, welding and cutting equipment, and hand/power tools
• Possess basic computer skills
• Possess a "Team Member" mentality with a QA/safety oriented mindset when performing maintenance duties or operational instruction
• Possess self-motivational skills to perform duties without direct supervision with ability to multi-task and perform well under pressure
• Possess functional communication skills to interact with management, co-workers, and outside vendors
• Possess close visual acuity, near/far vision, and multiple limb coordination
• Possess manual dexterity and moderate/heavy (20-80 lbs) lifting capability while performing essential job duties
• Possess repetitive standing, walking, and/or bending capability during normal phase duties

Essential Job Duties

• Conduct a safety evaluation of work area prior to performing maintenance actions.
• Perform at a training-level capacity inside/outside, routine maintenance or preventive maintenance actions for building(s), grounds, machines, and equipment following standard operating and safety procedures. Maintenance actions include setup actions for product runs; troubleshooting, repairing, and installing machinery/equipment; calibrating and repairing pneumatic systems; inspection of belts, fluid levels, filters, bearings, seals, etc.; providing corrective actions as required.
• Perform at a training-level capacity inside/outside, minor/major emergency repairs as required for building(s), grounds, machines, and equipment following standard operating and safety procedures.
• Perform at a training-level capacity computerized control and monitoring of mechanical equipment.
• Perform housekeeping actions adhering to post maintenance/repair procedures.

Other Responsibilities

• Obtain estimates and order supplies and/or replacement parts as needed from outside vendors via telephone or off-site meetings; drive to pick-up supplies/parts or attend off-site meetings as required.
• Travel to other plants to perform maintenance actions as required.
• Maintain scheduled maintenance procedures records for building(s), grounds, machines, or equipment by completing weekly and/or monthly checklists as required by ISO regulations.
• Perform any other general labor duties as directed by supervisory personnel to ensure efficient operation of facility.

Work Environment

• Majority of work performance is conducted in a steel manufacturing plant environment using heavy production machinery, material handling and job-specific equipment and tools. Plant safety and machine-specific safety procedures are strictly enforced and compliant with Federal OSHA and/or State regulations.
• Safety training, written procedures, and continual improvement measures are implemented to eliminate or control any physical/environmental hazards that may be present in the workplace.
• Employee use of personal protective equipment is enforced for all phases of job performance to prevent bodily injury.

Physical Requirements

• Job performance demands constant application of the following physical requirements: use of hands.
• Job performance demands frequent application of the following physical requirements: lifting (Avg. 20 lbs), walking, standing, bending, fine manipulation, close visual acuity, near/far vision, upper limb coordination, multiple limb coordination
• Job performance demands occasional application of the following physical requirements: lifting (Max. 80 lbs.), carrying, sitting, reaching, overhead reaching/lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, kneeling, twisting, climbing, balancing, foot controls, driving, total visual field.

Excellent benefits include medical with a standard PPO plan with deductibles as low as $1,500 and wellness credit up to $750; voluntary 401k plan deduction up to 12% with varying company match per quarter; voluntary dental and vision plans; telemedicine services; basic life and short term disability coverage.