Preventative Maintenance Assistant Technician

Job Description

Job Description

In addition to a comfortable work environment and family values, Danner Corporation offers our team members with a competitive benefits package to include company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage; healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA); a 401(k) retirement account; and paid time off.

JOB SUMMARY

The Preventative Maintenance Assistant Technician   is responsible for the general maintenance of production equipment, machinery and facilities by performing scheduled inspections and basic troubleshooting and repair to keep operations running safely, reliably, and efficiently, helping to minimize downtime, extend asset life, and support continuous optimal performance. The Preventative Maintenance Assistant Technician also keeps accurate maintenance records, follows established safety procedures, and helps to diagnose and resolve equipment and facility-related issues.

REPORTS TO

The Preventative Maintenance Assistant Technician   directly reports to the Facilities Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR POSITIONEducation, Training, and/or Experience

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working on machinery or automotive equipment using basic hand tools
• Familiarity in multiple skilled trades (e.g., electrical, plumbing, machining) preferred 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

• Regularly required to drive company vehicle to perform work tasks
• Frequently required to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Frequently required to use eye‐hand coordination, hand and feet movements, and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, twist, stoop, bend, squat, reach, crouch/kneel, and sit without support
• Occasionally required to lift and carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds without restriction; 50+ pounds with assistance
• Occasionally required to work on elevated platforms (e.g., ladders, scissor lifts)
• Occasionally required to work in uncomfortable environments (e.g., dusty, hot, wet) for extended periods of time
• Close vision, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to focus
• Hearing level within normal/average range

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS AND ABILITIESTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language 
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision
• Ability to operate hand and power tools common to the building maintenance trade
• Ability to operate material handling equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts, and pallet jacks
• Possess a willingness to follow safety procedures at all times, respecting safety warning signs 
• Possess a basic understanding of manufacturing safety regulations
• Ability to read and follow operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals 
• Ability to work occasional overtime based on company needs
• Possess general knowledge of building maintenance trades
• Familiarity of Material Safety Data Sheets and proper chemical handling

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Drive company vehicle between plants to perform tasks assigned 
• Inspect industrial equipment for proper operation
• Clean CNC machines, dust collectors, vents, vacuum pumps, air compressors and other related machinery
• Change oil, hydraulic fluids, and belts, and grease zerk fittings
• Service, clean, or replace air filters accordingly
• Troubleshoot equipment using schematics, wiring diagrams or technical manuals
• Perform initial diagnostics of equipment failure and make necessary adjustments, repairs, or escalate issues accordingly
• Document and report equipment malfunction and safety concerns
• Manage coordination’s of equipment downtime with stakeholders
• Maintain accurate maintenance records; enter data onto spreadsheets and company database
• Pick up tools and supplies at local vendors as requested
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Other duties as assigned

Management reserves the right to assign and/or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but does not limit team members nor the Company to the work identified above.