Machine Repair Technician

Machine Repair Technician

The Machine Repair Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairs, maintenance, fabrication and installation of all types of CNC machines and machining production equipment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions;
• Diagnoses electronic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and thermal machinery problems;
• Dismantles machines and equipment to gain access to problem area;
• Inspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment or other problems;
• Removes and replaces worn or defective parts and realigns and adjusts components of machines;
• Starts machines and equipment to test operation following repair;
• Procures repair parts and maintains inventory levels according to machinery breakdown histories;
• Repairs broken parts and performs all repairs in an efficient, safe and timely manner according to company policies;
• Sets priorities and schedules machine repairs and maintenance according to production/customer demands;
• Documents repair/preventative maintenance history via ManagerPlus software and database;
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor;
• Adhere to Employee's responsibilities outlined in Cygnus' Health & Safety Policy.

Additional Skills & Responsibilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Associate Degree in EET or MET AND/OR minimum 5 years relevant experience preferred;
• Possess proficiency with all diagnostic equipment, blueprint reading, electrical/electronic schematic interpretation, and pneumatic and thermal diagram understand;
• Must possess computer operation and troubleshooting skills;
• CNC and G code knowledge preferred;
• Good communication and organization skills;
• Ability to work well with others;
• Must be available to work as much overtime as needed;
• Ability to work in a manufacturing shop environment (including hot, cold and/or noisy areas);
• Frequent hand to finger, handle, feel objects & tools, walking, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking and hearing;
• Physically submit to periodic drug tests (employment is contingent upon favorable results)