What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elite Maintenance Technician position at Gonnella Baking Co.?
Position Summary
The highest technical level within the maintenance department. Tier 1 technicians are subject matter experts capable of troubleshooting, repairing, programming, and improving all plant systems with minimal supervision. They lead complex repairs, mentor other technicians, and drive reliability improvements throughout the facility.
Required Technical Skills
Electrical Systems
- Advanced troubleshooting of 24VDC, 120VAC, 240VAC, and 480VAC systems
- Read and interpret electrical schematics
- Troubleshoot motor starters, contactors, overloads, relays, and transformers
- Troubleshoot and repair VFDs and servo systems
- Perform advanced electrical diagnostics using meters and testing equipment
- Troubleshoot communication networks and control wiring
PLC & Controls
- PLC troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Online monitoring of PLC programs
- Force inputs and outputs when authorized
- Modify PLC logic when approved
- Troubleshoot HMI systems
- Troubleshoot Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and industrial communication networks
- Configure and troubleshoot sensors and instrumentation
Motors & Drives
- Diagnose motor failures
- Perform motor testing including insulation and winding checks
- Troubleshoot VFD programming and parameter settings
- Diagnose gearbox failures
- Perform precision alignment procedures
Pneumatics & Hydraulics
- Troubleshoot hydraulic valves, pumps, cylinders, and power units
- Troubleshoot pneumatic cylinders, regulators, valves, and air systems
- Read hydraulic and pneumatic schematics
Mechanical Systems
- Lock out/tag out
- Advanced conveyor systems
- Chains, sprockets, bearings, gearboxes
- Welding and fabrication
- Precision mechanical alignments
- Equipment rebuilds
- Root cause failure analysis
Reliability & Leadership Responsibilities
- Lead major breakdown investigations
- Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Develop PM procedures
- Train and mentor lower-tier technicians
- Lead shutdowns and capital projects
- Recommend equipment improvements
- Reduce downtime through reliability initiatives
Experience Requirement
- 8 years industrial maintenance experience
- Proven PLC and controls troubleshooting experience
- Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot complex equipment
Salary : $32 - $40