ASU Maintenance Technician

ASU Maintenance Technician

The ASU Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the proper predictive, preventative and corrective maintenance of mechanical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, structural and piping systems is performed as necessary to achieve the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the air separation plants. The Maintenance Technician may also be required to perform the duties of a Plant Operator as needed to cover vacations, sick time, etc. This position reports directly to the ASU Plant Manager.

Job Functions

Essential Functions

• Perform equipment inspections and preventative maintenance (PM) activities, including analysis of operational data, to maintain equipment in optimum condition.
• Implement or oversee the corrective maintenance (repair/replacement) of all process equipment.
• Trouble shoot and evaluate equipment malfunctions. Coordinate with plant management to determine and implement proper corrective action.
• Utilize and assist with the administration of the Company CMMS (MAPS) to schedule and document all preventative and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Keep all shops and areas where work is being performed in a clean and orderly condition utilizing 5S principles.
• Adhere to all Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures. Be Safety Conscious at all times and practice Interdependent Behavior.
• Communicate with contractors and vendors to solicit quotes, order parts, and coordinate work to be performed by them.
• Assist with the research, selection and negotiation of purchases for suitable plant equipment.
• Read and interpret process diagrams, wiring schematics, technical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Travel to assist with maintenance activities at other Company locations when needed.
• Be on-call as required. Work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Perform routine calibration of analytical test equipment and document properly.
• Prepare and maintain Company production and quality records to conform to regulations of the FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO Quality Systems and any other governing bodies as required.
• Monitor and adjust air separation plant process controls to meet product specifications and production goals.
• Assist with startups and shutdowns of the plants in a safe manner as directed by plant management due to operating conditions and business needs.
• Complete all required training as directed in a timely manner.
• Perform cooling water treatment testing, document results and make adjustments to water chemistry controls as necessary to optimize.
• Participate in the maintenance and updating of plant and equipment work instructions.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma - Required

Work Experience

1-3 years - Technical Degree or equivalent industry experience - Required

4-6 years - maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment - Required

Experience with compressors (centrifugal, reciprocating, screw), pumps, valves and expanders - Preferred

Experience with the implementation and administration of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) - Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficient in the safe operation of general hand and power tools. Welding skills a plus

Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, feeler gauges, dial indicators and torque wrenches

Strong mechanical aptitude and basic pipe fitting skills

Ability to read and interpret process diagrams, wiring schematics, technical drawings and equipment manuals. Ability to utilize these skills to trouble shoot and evaluate equipment malfunctions and determine appropriate corrective action

Basic knowledge of electricity, motors and electrical systems

The ability to use a digital multimeter in troubleshooting low voltage systems

Good verbal and written communication skills

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Licenses and Certifications

DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State - Valid Driver's License and Clean Driving Record - Upon Hire - Required

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Physical Demands Category: Craft Workers

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demand - N/A - Rarely - Occasionally - Frequently - Constantly - Weight

Stationary Position - X

Move/Traverse - X

Stationary Position/Seated - X

Transport/Lifting - X

Transport/Carrying - X

Exerting Force/Pushing - X

Exerting Force/Pulling - X

Ascend/Descend - X

Balancing - X

Position Self/Stooping - X

Position Self/Kneeling - X

Position Self/Crouching - X

Position Self/Crawling - X

Reaching - X

Handling - X

Grasping - X

Feeling - X

Communicate/Talking - X

Communicate/Hearing - X

Repetitive Motions - X

Coordination - X

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Mental Demands

Working Condition - N/A - Rarely - Occasionally - Frequently - Constantly

Comprehension: The person in this position must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures - X

Organization: The person in this role must be able to gather and classify information - X

Reasoning and Decision Making: The person in this role must use logic to make decisions quickly and effectively. - X

Communication: The person in this position must be able to express and exchange ideas and meaning with colleagues - X

Resilience: The person in this position needs to adapt well in the face of workplace stressors such as customer service complaints and juggling competing priorities - X

Compensation: $42 - $52 per hour