Maintenance Technician

Job Description:

• Payrate: $32/hr W2
• Duration: 3 months contract – possible extension based on performance & budget.
• 2nd Shift: Mon-Fri; 1pm to 9pm
• 3rd Shift: Mon-Fri; 9pm to 6am
• The primary purpose of the Maintenance Technician II is to ensure production and operations are running safely at the most efficient level achievable, producing the highest possible production quality.
• Servicing and repairing complex equipment. Complies with applicable regulations and the department’s Safety program.

Required Skills:

• Education: Minimum High School diploma or GED and mechanical apprenticeship and/or vocational school/technology certificate in mechanic.
• Experience: Five (5) years of mechanical technical hands-on experience.
• Must have a good working knowledge in hydraulic, pneumatic, pumps, valves, cylinders, conveyors, etc.
• Ability to read and use schematics, gauges, tools and instruments.
• Ability to use appropriate hand, power and specialty tools and diagnostic equipment to complete job tasks.
• Must have sound knowledge and experience in Industrial Maintenance environment with repair and troubleshooting machine issues and breakdowns along with general maintenance.
• Experience in welding with MIG and/or arc welder.
• Forklifts and scissor lift driving experience is preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Performs troubleshooting and repair on electrical/electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic mechanical systems.
• Analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment.
• Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, blueprints, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance.
• Check and inspect assigned equipment during preventative maintenance. Reports findings to management.
• Performs corrections on electrical issues through knowledge of drives and PLCs.
• Ensure machine productivity and quality after repairs, changeovers, and extended down time.
• Complete work orders and update maintenance tracking system.
• Respond quickly to issues or concerns that may put employees at risk for injury, to include rectifying immediate dangers.
• Communicate existing and potential issues with group leaders/maintenance manager.