Senior Maintenance Technician

Maintenance MechanicSkip to main content#Maintenance Mechanic page is loaded## Maintenance MechanicApplylocations: Bristol INtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R278591301 Maple St Bristol Indiana 46507***Why Valmont*****We’re Here to Move the World Forward.**Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a *Fortune* 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. *We are the modern workforce*. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.**Essential Functions:*** Learn multiple aspects of mechanical and electrical maintenance throughout the shop* Must be able to read a multi-meter and have familiarity with 480 volts.* Must have some experience with bearings, be able to troubleshoot and aid troubleshooting* Be able to perform Electrical Installation, Machine Inspection, and various mechanical and electrical repairs* Must be able to write work orders and understand PM schedule* Have a general knowledge of how to trouble shoot issues* Assist a mechanic or electrician in associated repairs and maintenance work* Maintain an incident log of all equipment and structural repairs both weekly and monthly* Maintain appropriate professional competencies, certifications, licenses, etc., necessary to perform job.* Make management aware of any training needs you have. Consult your management immediately if you are being asked to perform work for which you are not trained and/or are not comfortable doing because of potential safety or risk implications.* Maintain an attitude that unlawful or unethical actions are not acceptable.* Value the differences each individual brings to the workplace and welcome diversity within our workforce. Support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination.* Conduct business on behalf of the Company in full compliance with the laws of the many jurisdictions in which we operate.**Important Details about the Role*** Knowledgeable with plant equipment* Be able to cover for the Lead when out* Knowledgeable with basic testing, troubleshooting, disassembly, inspecting, precise measuring, repair and re-assembly of all plant equipment and components with limited instruction* Identify and report equipment abnormalities and safety hazards* Must be company tested and authorized to operate a forklift* Assist in general plant clean up and housekeeping* This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and has no direct reports**Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)*** Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience* Electrical and Mechanical certification required* The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions in English* Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook* Communicate problems or needs to departmental supervision* Communicate and interact with coworkers in a professional manner* Pay attention to detail and follow work instructions* High awareness for safety with the ability to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and work in a non-temperature controlled environment, as well as with exposure to outdoors* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 30 pounds* Ability to be company trained and authorized to operate powered industrial trucks, aerial platforms and bridge cranes in arc flash safety, confined space entry, hazardous energy control and fall protection* Ability to spend 75% of workday standing or walking, 10% bending or kneeling, 10% stooping, and 5% climbing* Climb and work from ladders, aerial platforms , bridge cranes, and roofs in excess of 80 feet* Must be able to distinguish colors* The ability to work one (1) to two (2) shifts of overtime per week, as needed* Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results**Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications*** Actively pursuing an Associate’s or Technical degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field* The ability to interpret and fabricate components based on basic blueprints or specification sheets* One year of experience with basic troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems* One year of experience basic welding/fabricating metal structures/components* Climb and work from ladders, man lifts, bridge cranes, and roofs in excess of 80 feet* Work in adverse conditions: wet, hot, dusty, dirty or cold**SKILL****Educational Background**Requires adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing of whole numbers and fractions to perform calculations and conversions to and from metric and English measurement standards. Must possess adequate communication and interpersonal skills to successfully interact with other employees. Must display an aptitude for problem solving and the ability to plan for potential problems or needs.**Job Training Skill Development**Maintenance Technician must demonstrate a minimum acceptable level of equipment specific knowledge within 12 months of on the job experience.**Decision Making**Must be able to make decisions whether or not equipment can run safely or needs immediate attention for repairs. The Maintenance Technician should be able to make recommendations to supervision and prioritize necessary repairs. Service manuals establish standard procedures for some decision making. Troubleshooting of pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical equipment may require independent judgment at the work site or at additional Valmont sites requesting maintenance assistance.**All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status**. **Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.****Benefits**Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:* Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)* 401k retirement plan with company match* Paid time off* Employer paid life insurance* Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave* Work Life Support* Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year* Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and moreValmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr