Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift

Maintenance Technician 2nd ShiftMaintenance Technician 2nd ShiftSalary Range $40.00 - $45.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Night Shift (Overnight) Education Level High School Travel Percentage NoneJOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Maintenance TechnicianSupervisor's Title: Maintenance ManagerDepartment: ManufacturingLocation: 4447 Carolina Ave, Richmond VAEssential Job Functions:Maintain machine logs to record the type and incidence of errors, repairs or maintenance performed and machine settings.Lead preventative and routine mechanical maintenance on machines.Lead mechanical breakdown and/or repair on equipment including rigging, disassembly, cleaning and re-alignment of extrusion system.Maintain and repair support infrastructure including both air and water supplies.Troubleshoot performance issues working with machine operators and engineers by listening, checking speed, tracking belts, etc.Troubleshoot basic electrical issuesAssist with and oversee the development of Junior MechanicsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge and high-level efficiency of hand tools, power tools, drill press, grinders, etc. Knowledge of safe working practices with rotating and high voltage machinery.Knowledge of OSHA requirements including lock-out/tag-out, confined spaces, MSDS, etc.Ability to disassemble and assemble gearboxes, pumps.Ability to identify and measure critical tolerances or dimensions.Ability to know that gearboxes and pumps need alignment.Ability to work cohesively with other team members, and to contribute positively to the work environment.QualificationsExperience with extrusion or lamination machines or comparable manufacturing process.Experience as millwright, pipefitter or steelworker, preferred.HS diploma or GED required, Technical or Vocation School, preferredPhysical Requirements:Be on your feet for 10-12 hoursAble to lift 40 pounds unassisted.Able to reach, bend, kneel and climb while performing repetitive tasksAbility to work in hot and cold environmentsAble to correctly wear PPE for entire shiftsAble to react and respond quickly to noises, smells, visual hazards, and alerts