Maintenance Technician

Job Description

POSITION TITLE:   Maintenance Technician

DEPARTMENT:        OPERATIONS

REPORTS TO:          FACILITIES & Maintenance Manager

 

POSITION SCOPE:

Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.

DUTIES:

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing electro/mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Logging labor hours and parts used for repair in maintenance software
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Job Requirements

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
• PLC and VFD knowledge
• Electro/mechanical experience
• Equipment Maintenance and Trouble Shooting skills
• Technical Understanding
• Good understanding of safety practices and supports safety culture within the company.
• Ability to work with a variety of power tools.
• Attention to Detail
• Flexibility with their work schedule as needed and ability to be on-call after hours to support any emergencies that may come up.
• Understands the importance meeting stated goals and prioritizes daily, weekly, and monthly tasks to ensure they are completed on-time.