Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Pro Resources is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a client in Albion, IN. The Maintenance Technician will perform all required work to rig, move and erect all types of machine tools and equipment for new installations or intra-plant layout changes. Troubleshoot, find solutions and train others to make a stronger team. Shift and Compensation 2nd and 3rd Shift Pay: $32.75/hour

Job Duties

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and logic systems.
• Fabrication and welding of metal structures.
• Responsible for securing, leveling, aligning and the mechanical hookups during machine installations.
• Must have the ability to take projects from perception or idea without a blueprint to completion, developing diagram as work progresses.
• Use power tools, bench tools, wrenches, carpentry, etc.
• Must work closely with safety director to assure compliance with OSHA and Federal Regulations.
• Required to work with variety of hand tools including welding and power brake presses.
• Required to perform machine repair work as indicated and as time permits.
• Maintain a high degree of quality and safety.
• Ability to train, instruct and assist trainees through the training period.
• Install and maintain the electrical systems of the plant to provide power for machines, equipment, lighting, facilities and other electrical apparatus and gear.
• Install and wire centralized control panels, layout and wire distribution centers and circuits, machine tool controls and switches, electrical control and timing devices, lighting systems, etc., to conform with involved engineering specifications and schematic drawings.
• Diagnose, isolate and correct electrical troubles to involve repair and replacements of controls, motors, switches, devices, and gears, re-routing of circuits and distribution centers to balance loads, etc.
• Make emergency repairs when necessary to offset excessive downtime and production delays.

Background Profile

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Associates degree, maintenance certification (or working toward degreed program)
• 2-5 years' experience in maintenance related field
• Able to operate mobile, mechanical equipment in compliance with OSHA standards
• Complete certification and be issued a forklift and equipment license
• Able to reach, bend, twist, reach overhead, and operate equipment; climb platforms or scaffolding and work at ceiling heights
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to regularly lift 40 lbs. and occasionally lift to 70 lbs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills