Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing breakdown, corrective and preventive electrical, electronic and mechanical maintenance on all production equipment. Additional responsibilities include participating in the development of concepts which lead to machine modifications and capital projects; Staying up-to-date on emerging technologies and learning how to apply them; maintaining production and auxiliary equipment in proper and correct working condition with minimal supervision; executing corrective and preventive maintenance work orders according to schedules and performing project work to improve machine operations. Essential AccountabilitiesPerform electrical, electronic, and mechanical maintenance on all production and auxiliary equipment.Troubleshoot and repair production and auxiliary equipment to "as built" condition.Service equipment to ensure compliance to Quality System procedures and work instructions related to the maintenance function.Monitor machine operation and assist in the development of preventive maintenance programs for new and rebuilt equipment to ensure uninterrupted and effective operation. Integrate electrical control systems for new and rebuilt machinery, facilities equipment and machine/process improvements according to established guidelines.Participate in the specification, building, rebuilding, installing and fabrication of electrical and electronic control systems.Comply with all safe work practices which includes all company, local, state and federal requirements. Insure that all machinery and facilities services comply with applicable safety codes such as OSHA, National Electric Code and National Fire Protection Agency.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma and 3 years of industrial maintenance experienceORAssociate Degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology, Industrial Electronics or related fieldDesired SkillsAbility to safely use hand tools, electronic test equipmentAbility to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, PLC Ladder logic programsStrong computer knowledge including using Microsoft OfficeUnderstanding of Programmable Logic ControllersUnderstanding of digital and analog servo systemsKnowledge of soldering, ARC welding, MIG weldingAbility to service electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systemsMust be a self starter and have to the ability to interact with a variety of people.Ability to read, write and communicate verbally in EnglishAbility to drive motorized vehicles including forklifts and elevated platformsHistory of working safely including safety training, LOTO and PPE usePosition RequirementsWork Environment Conditions:Inside: Manufacturing EnvironmentOutside: OccasionalEquipment/Tools Used:Personal computer, Fax, phone, copy machine, printers, hand tools, powered hand toolsPhysical Requirements: Light work (lift 10 lbs): frequently – equipment, parts, assemblies, toolsMedium Work (lift 11-30 lbs.): frequently – equipment, parts, assemblies, tools Heavy Work (lift 31-50 lbs.): frequently – equipment, parts, assemblies, tools, suppliesVery Heavy Work (lift over 50lbs): 2-3 times/week – equipment, parts and assemblies Other Physical Requirements: Must be able to move freely throughout the plants, facilities and grounds. Mental Requirements Reading, writing and calculatingInterpersonal skillsReasoning/analysisWork with minimal supervisionTravel Frequency (in addition to seminars or related training):Local: 5 times per yearRegional: On occasionNational: On occasionInternational: On occasionPlacon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.