Maintenance Technician III

Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally. We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours? Summary/Objective Performs routine maintenance support of production equipment and machine building. Trouble shoots and repairs equipment electrical and/or mechanical malfunctions. Performs electrical, mechanical, carpentry, millwright, plumbing and pipefitting work associated with the installation of equipment. Assists in the building of new production equipment according to blueprints and schematics. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. (These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform.) Responds to written work orders describing in varying detail electrical and/or mechanical problems with the production equipment. Communicates with the equipment operator and other maintenance technicians from other shifts to obtain information concerning production equipment malfunctions. Trouble shoots equipment problems to root cause and seeks to prevent equipment breakdown in the future. May need to weld parts to repair equipment. Performs preventative maintenance on production equipment according to schedule determined by Maintenance Planner/Scheduler, Maintenance Supervisor and/or Manager. May be teamed with a maintenance technician of another level to train, or be trained on various phases of equipment maintenance. Assists engineers or engineering technicians in the building of various FAB and MFG production equipment. Reads, interprets, and corrects (properly red lines) mechanical and electrical drawings and electrical schematics to wire electrical systems. Knows how to locate drawings. Identifies discrepancies between actual part and drawings. Makes operational recommendations to engineers on functional design changes or adaptations to be made to production equipment. Creates/re-writes maintenance department procedures or work instructions and develops Preventative Maintenance (PM) checklists on production equipment. Pulls, pre-stages parts, and develops parts list required to complete a PM. Manages maintenance department projects from start to finish including scheduling and planning jobs, assigning and directing personnel, obtaining required materials, budget control, and on time project completion. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Position requires regular and predictable attendance. Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. OTHER FUNCTIONS Keeps shop area clean and organizes repair parts as part of inventory. QUALIFICATIONS AND KSA’S FOR EMPLOYMENT An employee in this position, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following: Basic knowledge of computers Basic knowledge of Word Processing (Microsoft Word) Basic knowledge of Spreadsheet Programs (Microsoft Excel) Expert knowledge of basic math to include: working with fractions and decimals, solving simple algebraic equations, creating and solving simple math word problems, and English to metric/metric to English conversions of numbers Solid knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) Solid knowledge of medium leadership and training – ability to direct personnel Solid knowledge of analytical and problem solving skills. Solid knowledge to communicate at most levels. Solid knowledge of planning – ability to manage projects from start to finish. Solid knowledge to work with Engineering on FMEA projects. Solid knowledge of TPM and 5S practices. Expert knowledge in Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) Expert knowledge of the safe use and operation of production equipment Expert controls and automation skills and passion to train others in this area. o Ability to read ladder logic, use wiring, connection points, schematics to troubleshoot control systems. o Ability to calibrate and maintain control systems. o Ability to install/replace and troubleshoot PLC's o Ability to program PLC's o Ability to troubleshoot AC and DC variable drive control systems o Ability to troubleshoot control system components ie sensors, relays, contactors, timers, counters o Ability to understand DOS o Ability to troubleshoot PC, printer and scanner issues o Ability to communicate with Shop Floor to help troubleshoot machine problems o Ability to troubleshoot linear actuators, gear boxes, brakes, clutches, etc. Expert knowledge of the use of hand held power tools such as drills; hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers; electric measuring devices such as, ammeters, voltmeters; shop equipment such as, mills, lathes, hydraulic press Expert knowledge of how to use precision measuring devices such as calipers and micrometers Expert knowledge of CMMS Skill in developing and maintaining effective work relationships Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and electrical schematics Ability to work independently with little direct supervision Ability to organize and outline procedures and processes Acceptable Training and Experience includes two years technical trade school and/or 4-7 years practical experience, or eight years practical experience in maintenance disciplines. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Work experience with advanced electrical wiring of mechanical equipment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Body Movement Will constantly walk within production area from tool crib to production equipment while building or performing equipment repairs. Will constantly stand while building or repairing production equipment. Will frequently climb a safety ladder to a height of 12 feet to work on the topside of a piece of equipment. Will also frequently use a scissors lift at a height of 20 feet to work on the top of a piece of production equipment. Will frequently reach at arm length to tighten nuts and bolts using a socket wrench. Will occasionally sit on floor while repairing equipment. Will occasionally bend/stoop/squat at knees while working on equipment situated close to the floor. Will occasionally twist at elbow and shoulder while working on pieces of equipment where screws or bolts may be located in confined spaces. Will occasionally push or pull with the use of a forklift to move pieces of production equipment into the shop area to work on them. Back and Upper Body (lifting and carrying) Will occasionally lift and carry replacement parts out of the shop area to the piece of production equipment located in the production area. Parts may weigh up to 75 pounds. Vision Constantly using sight in performance of daily job duties. Sense of Touch Constantly using sense of touch to feel surface temperatures of production equipment prior to performing repairs on them. Uses fingers to thread nuts and bolts together while working on production equipment. Hearing Constantly listens for warning alarms on production equipment; trouble shooting equipment malfunctions; backup alarms on fork-lift equipment being operated within the production area. Work Environment Production environment. Noise generated by production equipment. Fumes from print inks, adhesives, isopropyl alcohol. Fabric dust. Changeability: Management of Hunter Douglas, Inc. – reserves the right to modify, change, or eliminate this job description at any time, with or without notice. What's in it for you? Hourly pay range - $28 - 38/hr Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth Time off with pay 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching Paid parental leave Wellness programs and product discounts Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential. #LI-office LI-VD1 By submitting your application below, you are providing your prior consent to receive SMS messages to notify you of any updates to your application status and to engage in discussion throughout your application process. You can cancel the SMS service at any time. 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