Maintenance & Controls Technician

We are currently accepting applications for Maintenance & Controls Technician at our state-of-the-art production facility in Sparks, NV (Spanish Springs). This position will work 12 hr shifts from 4:55pm-5:25am, Wednesday-Friday, every other Saturday. Starting pay from $41-$50 per hour (plus $3.20 night shift differential). This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Because you’re only working 3-4 days per week, you have more full days off for hobbies and time with friends and family. Also, there is 8-hours of built-in overtime during your 4-day workweek. Last, if you want to volunteer for an extra workday and its available, it is paid at double-time.

Job Summary

Performs a wide variety of skilled maintenance work to maintain electrical and mechanical systems, equipment, building and grounds, etc. in accordance with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures. Work requires a general knowledge of various trades and systems, including, but not limited to; mechanical systems, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, plumbing, etc. Applies advanced electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills. Principal Leader on small to medium control system related capital projects (<$250k) and contributor to larger Capital Projects.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Low deductible and copays, LASIK reimbursement, Adults orthodontics)
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Match - up to 5%
• Paid Vacation, Personal and Volunteer days plus 11 holidays
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness: Free fruit, insurance discounts, gym and run/walk/bike event reimbursement, free wellness checks
• Scholarships - Employee, spouse, and children
• Summer Camp Reimbursement - children of employees
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events
• Free chocolate and coating!
• Bonus Potential - Perfect Attendance ($300 quarterly) & Year-End (5% )
• Double Time Pay
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Installs, programs, and troubleshoots or repairs automated machinery and equipment such as PLCs, HMIs, motors, pumps, valves.
• Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs manufacturing equipment and performs routine preventative maintenance functions as scheduled or directed.
• Hydraulic: Troubleshoot and repair fluid power systems and associated components
• Pneumatic: Design, install, troubleshoot and repair distribution and point of use systems
• Electrical: Troubleshoot and repair motors, contactors, relays, circuit faults, lighting, solenoids, coils, switches and sensors
• Mechanical: Design, install, troubleshoot and repair gears, cams, rollers, belts, chains, bearings, seals, levers, and power transmission equipment
• Drafting: Create, modify and reverse engineer existing AutoCAD drawings/schematics or parts
• Process Controls: Design, install, program, troubleshoot and repair process control systems including but not limited to PLC’s, HMI’s, and Electro Mechanical
• Repairs and maintains physical structure of establishment.
• HVAC: Troubleshoot and repair actuators, fans, blowers, louvers, dampers, and filters o Plumbing: Design, install, troubleshoot, and repair all fluid piping systems
• Carpentry: Build, install and repair wood or steel framing, walls, floors, ceilings, crates, and partitions
• Leads and participates in Process Improvement initiatives.
• Leads Capital project execution (identification, development, and implementation).
• Accurately designs and builds simple electrical distribution systems, enclosures, or panels in accordance with CQC standards.
• Performs necessary duties to maintain accurate mechanical spares inventory system.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill press, welder, and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools.
• Metalwork: Design and fabricate metalwork to repair or improve existing applications
• Performs routine preventative maintenance functions as scheduled or directed.
• Completes and maintains all company-required performance and maintenance paperwork, records, documents, etc.
• Answer work-related calls outside of work on a Company-provided cell phone within a reasonable amount of time. At times, be ‘on-call’ to handle over-the-phone or in-person service calls within a limited timeframe.
• Operates aerial work platforms and material handling equipment in a safe manner and drive personal vehicle for work as needed.
• Travel to CQC facilities, training, and/or parts store.
• Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular attendance at work, and work overtime as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• Two-year maintenance-related degree with 3 years related experience, or High School Diploma with 5 years of related experience/training
• Must include 1 year of Siemens PLC and HMI programming experience.
• Advanced knowledge of how to operate a PC
• Demonstrated advanced troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Ability to perform math at an advanced level
• Must have a valid driver’s license.