What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electro‑Mechanical Maintenance Technician — Hydraulics, Pneumatics & Pumps position at LAUNCH?
Electro‑Mechanical Maintenance Technician — Hydraulics, Pneumatics & Pumps
Location: Columbia, MO
What you’ll do
- Own troubleshooting and repair for pneumatic and hydraulic circuits, control valves, and centrifugal/positive displacement pumps
- Diagnose AC/DC electrical faults; read schematics and verify with test instruments (VOM, amp meter, oscilloscope)
- Support and optimize Allen‑Bradley PLC‑controlled equipment and conveyor systems
- Execute multi‑craft maintenance across electrical and mechanical systems
- Respond rapidly to maintenance calls; pick up and complete in‑progress repairs
- Inspect assets, create repair scopes, and prioritize short‑ and long‑term reliability actions
- Operate lathes, mills, and perform arc/Heliarc® welding for component repair and fabrication
- Mentor junior mechanics on complex diagnostics and safe work practices
- Contribute to preventive maintenance strategies and disciplined work order documentation
What you bring
- Advanced mechanical troubleshooting and component repair skills
- Proficiency with 120/208/240/480V systems and high‑voltage, 480V three‑phase wiring
- Electrical troubleshooting and repair, including relay testing and industrial power distribution
- Experience with pneumatics diagnostics and industrial electrical systems
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics and PLC logic (Allen‑Bradley)
Tools & technologies
- Allen‑Bradley PLCs
- Conveyor systems
- Volt‑ohm meter, ammeter, oscilloscope
- Lathe, mill, arc and Heliarc® welding equipment
Schedule & pay
- Shifts: 2nd and 3rd; rotating weeks of 48 and 36 hours
- Starting rate: $37.56/hour plus shift differential; advancement opportunities available
Benefits
- Medical and ancillary benefit plans with options to fit your family
- 401(k) with company match
- Day‑one access to the LAUNCH Loyalty Club for cash bonuses, apparel, and safety rewards
- Ask about eligibility for travel expense reimbursement, bonuses, and fixed‑rate incentives
Salary : $37 - $38