Maintenance Technician

Job DescriptionResponsibilities:Follows, without exception, all work instructions and safety policies, including use of all PPE and safety equipmentPerforms routine preventive maintenance checks on all production equipment and machineryRepairs basic mechanical components and replace parts on machines such as bearings, filters, wiring, valves, gauges and switchesObserves and listens to mechanical devices in operation to locate causes of problemDismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective partsLubricates and cleans machinery and support equipment to maintain housekeeping and preventive maintenance standards within the plantAccomplishes all work orders to maintain safety; reduce downtime; decrease scrap; improve quality production; and improve plant efficiencyFollows all safety rules and procedures including Lockout/Tagout program, housekeeping and observes the operations to insure a safe work environmentPerforms other related duties as assignedRequirements:High School Diploma or GED3-5 years' experience in a maintenance-related position within a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of training and experienceAbility to interpret documents such as procedure manuals, blueprints, schematics, charts, diagrams, etc.Ability to use precision measuring devices including amp meters, electric meters, and hydraulic gaugesBasic understanding of systems, equipment and schematicsAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Good troubleshooting skillsBasic mathematical skills used to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and use decimals and fractionsAbility to perform work in a mature and professional manner, demonstrate personal responsibility, and perform all assigned duties