Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianAs a Maintenance Technician it is your responsibility to maintain production and quality by ensuring proper operation of machinery, mechanical equipment and building maintenance. Troubleshooting and resolving issues with complex machinery in order to minimize downtime.QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED4+ years of industrial maintenanceDemonstrate knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulics and pneumatic systemsAbility to complete assignments and projects without supervisionAbility to work overtime as required up to 12 hours a dayStrong desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environmentDuties And ResponsibilitiesPerform preventative maintenance and repairs with a quick response to system and equipment failures.Correctly diagnose a range of faults and plan a suitable course of action.Adhere to all machine calls between start and end of shift, communicating with Machine Operator(s) and teams to diagnose and fix problems.Complete all paperwork neatly, accurately, and in accordance with Company guidelines.Follow-up all work in orders to ensure proper performance.Understand the principles of power transmission systems, various gearboxes, conveyor systems, and welding processes.Understand the typical applications and recognize common defects of various bearings, drive belts, gaskets and seals.Use maintenance software programs effectively.Ability to work well with others in a team like atmosphere and comes to work with a positive attitude.Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.Additional duties as assigned, including working after hours and off-shift hours as required to maintain production.Perks Of Pratt!Competitive compensation plans, full benefits package, paid vacation, and paid holidays.Benefit eligible within one month of hire. Including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, FSA, Pre-Paid Legal & Identity Theft401(k) with a company match after 90-daysWellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hireNo waiting period on 9 paid holidays annuallyPAID vacation days after 6 monthsLanguage SkillsAble to read and follow instructions on factory masters.Mathematical SkillsAble to read measuring instruments with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math.Reasoning AbilityAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.Technical SkillsThe individual must have a working knowledge of the following:Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.Product layouts and production specificationsProduct quality specificationsQuality standardsCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsMay be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Performance MeasurementsThe performance of the employee will be measured as follows: Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee. Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior. Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication. Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.