Marine Maintenance Technician: Troubleshoot & Improve Gear

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications. Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable. We are a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Maintenance Technician . This position reports to (Hiring Leader Title) and will work in (Dometic Office Location). About The Position As a Maintenance Technician in the Stuart/Port St Lucie team, you will be involved in various aspects of plant maintenance to ensure all equipment and facilities are operating properly, adhering to preventative maintenance schedules of all in-house equipment. The Maintenance Technician repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as motors, pneumatic tools, and production machines and equipment. In addition to typical maintenance the technician will modify components for the assembly process. The person in this position will be responsible for maintaining documentation related to maintenance tasks. Your Main Responsibilities Responsible for performing and assisting with all type changeovers, repairs, rebuilds, modifications, installation, troubleshooting, and diagnostics of all equipment related to processes. Conduct routine daily, weekly, monthly, inspections of building and machinery and generate work request / task list from these inspections. Maintain a visual tracking system in place for tracking of these projects. Goal is to be pro-active, not reactive. Troubleshoot and quickly ascertain the nature of problems and be able to provide a permanent solution. Supports engineering with test equipment. Look up parts by part number, by vendor name or bill of materials. Locate/research and provide accurate documentation for parts purchase requisitions and provide justification to support cost. Attend morning meetings to keep management / supervisors updated on present status of all work in process, needs in scheduling to perform PM or equipment changes, parts availability, special problems as they arise, and any other problems which may affect the overall operations of the plant or the equipment. Maintain and utilize maintenance manuals. Assist management in planning future budget and project needs, process improvements, equipment improvements and needs. Must be willing work overtime or weekend as needed to support any downtime events to ensure production can operate at full capacity. Must maintain the attitude and willingness to support any function necessary to meet company goals and objectives. Assist with special projects and process improvements on production floor At times you may be requested for other duties or assignments outside normal job duties Quality: Meet or exceed company standards for productivity Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of product, process, or quality system nonconformance Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, or quality system Strive to develop and implement continuous improvement into all product, process, or quality system Safety: Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area using the principles of 5S Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety Keep equipment operating safely by enforcing operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, scheduling preventative maintenance, and calling for repairs Maintain storage areas by organizing floor space, adhering to storage design principles, and recommending improvements Comply with OSHA and MSDS Standards Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing and the use of repetitive motions of hands/wrists What do we offer? You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company. Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Disability insurance (STD/LTD) 401 (k) with company match PTO Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose Paid maternity/paternity leave Tuition assistance Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym) Employee discounts on our incredible products Opportunities to make an impact , A suitable background would be a solid experience within maintenance and manufacturing – as well as the following qualifications and experiences: High school diploma or equivalent, training specializing in maintenance preferred Minimum of three years of experience in general maintenance, multi-craft preferred Strong mechanical, electrical, machining, troubleshooting and design skills Must be knowledgeable in the safe and proper use of shop type equipment such as drilling, cutting, grinding, drill presses, lathes, milling machines, welder, solder and other small bench or hand equipment Knowledge and experience in a Manufacturing environment (electronics a plus) Must possess wide range of basic skills sets on mechanical (including light machining), electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, minor lift truck PM and repair. Ability to support engineering with test equipment Must be self-starter, effectively work independently, or with a team. Work with a sense of urgency to minimize down time events on equipment, production, or building Experience with Microsoft office products word and excel Ability to perform basic math skills and measurements Must be able to read and write English To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics: Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities Must possess strong troubleshooting skills Professional demeanor whether in person, via e-mail, or online Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Strong written and verbal communication skills Exemplary standards of ethics, integrity, and accountability Detail oriented with strong organizational skills Must have the ability to work under pressure Maintains focus and use work time appropriately to meet deadlines and deliver high‑quality results Sense of urgency and self-motivation Continuous standing, walking, handling, reaching, feeling, and hearing Must be reliable and on time to work Dometic's Core Values To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things. Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application. Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us! Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dometic