Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities:

• Follows, without exception, all work instructions and safety policies, including use of all PPE and safety equipment
• Performs routine preventive maintenance checks on all production equipment and machinery
• Repairs basic mechanical components and replace parts on machines such as bearings, filters, wiring, valves, gauges and switches
• Observes and listens to mechanical devices in operation to locate causes of problem
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts
• Lubricates and cleans machinery and support equipment to maintain housekeeping and preventive maintenance standards within the plant
• Accomplishes all work orders to maintain safety; reduce downtime; decrease scrap; improve quality production; and improve plant efficiency
• Follows all safety rules and procedures including Lockout/Tagout program, housekeeping and observes the operations to insure a safe work environment
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3-5 years’ experience in a maintenance-related position within a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Ability to interpret documents such as procedure manuals, blueprints, schematics, charts, diagrams, etc.
• Ability to use precision measuring devices including amp meters, electric meters, and hydraulic gauges
• Basic understanding of systems, equipment and schematics
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Good troubleshooting skills
• Basic mathematical skills used to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and use decimals and fractions
• Ability to perform work in a mature and professional manner, demonstrate personal responsibility, and perform all assigned duties