Electro-Mechanical Technician

About Us Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments. What You'll Do Works under general supervision, individually and on a team, performing maintenance activities on Electrical and Mechanical Systems in a cold storage automated facility. Primary Proficiency: Electrical and Mechanical systems - For example; various types of conveyors, turntables, palletizers, pallet dispensers, stretch wrapping machines, label printers, trolleys, high bay/low bay cranes, pallet and/or case shuttles, VFD's, Servo Motors, sensors, etc. Secondary Proficiency: Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Robotics, Vision Systems, etc. Performs preventative and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshooting, overhauls/rebuilds, and continuous improvement activities Maintains accurate record of work performed via CMMS Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required Performs related work and other job assignments as required What Experience and Education You Need 3-7 years electro-mechanical systems (mechatronics) maintenance experience in an automated facility or equivalent is required Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or equivalent is preferred Certifications or formal training in related experiences are preferred What Could Set You Apart Experience using Lockout Tagout (LOTO) procedures and devices Understands principles of lubrication, power transmission (sprockets, chains, belts, bearings, etc) Understands electrical safety including arc flash and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Understands principles of electrical system, tools, techniques and troubleshooting Understanding of concepts of how electrical systems and components fail Knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems Proficient working with electrical wiring of equipment, system control panels, and diagrams/schematics Understanding of Safety Devices (i.e., light curtains, door locks, safety relays) Proficient with sensors and devices (i.e., photoeyes, proximity sensors, limit switches) Ability to demonstrate technical skills in an on-the-job training type of environment for other maintenance team members Understanding of precision maintenance techniques and associated tools Understanding of concepts of preventative and predictive maintenance techniques, tools, and processes Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Knowledge of SAP or Oracle is preferred Strong communication skills Strong problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team as needed Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret drawings and equipment diagrams Physical Requirements Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, or bending Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks May require travel by automobile and airplane May require visiting facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds Requires the use of various electronic tools Occasionally works evenings or weekends in order to complete objectives or to attend meetings Requires the ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: must partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes Requires the performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to constructive feedback from executive management Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V. #J-18808-Ljbffr