Industrial Maintenance Technician

Introduction

At Senneca, we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the innovators that created our brands from traffic doors, to cold storage doors to fiberglass doors and beyond. We are committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations and to provide doors that offer safety and protection to our customers’ most important assets…people, products, capital investments and processes.

Overview

We are searching for an experienced Maintenance Technician at our Salt Lake City, UT facility.

Our company offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life insurance; short-term and long-term disability; flexible spending accounts (FSA); health savings accounts (HSA); three weeks of paid time off (PTO); parental leave; 9 paid holidays; various optional benefits; and a 401(k) plan with a company match. We also provide career development opportunities, tuition assistance, and a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming culture, making it one of the best in the industry.

The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of all industrial and production machinery. This role involves performing corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The Industrial Maintenance Technician will collaborate with other departments to maintain operational efficiency, manage spare parts inventory, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to fulfill each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Perform corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance on industrial and production machinery, as well as building systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, and test and adjust machinery as necessary.
• Execute powder coating paint processes, ensuring equipment and product quality. Detect faulty operations, defective materials, and report any unusual situations to appropriate supervision.
• Use a strong mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues, performing root-cause analysis.
• Apply proven electrical skills to diagnose and repair electrical equipment.
• Operate shop tools, lifting aids, industrial rolling stock, and demonstrate knowledge of maintenance best practices.
• Work with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), automation systems, and robotics as required.
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate maintenance activities and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory and maintenance supplies.
• Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and specifications to perform required maintenance and service tasks.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance.
• Responsible for supporting and complying with the company’s Integrated Management System, which aligns with ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Health and Safety) standards.
• Must follow established procedures, contribute to continual improvement, and promote a culture of quality, environmental responsibility, and workplace safety in all aspects of their work.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

Safety Requirements: 

• Comply with the company safety policies and requirements.
• Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.
• Attend scheduled safety training.
• Actively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed safety goals and plans.
• Recommend improved safety practices.
• Practices safe work habits and follows general safety procedures such as proper lifting and bending, ergonomics, proper use of equipment and use of personal protection equipment (PPE).
• Adheres to and ensures lockout/tagout LO/TO procedures are followed any time the equipment is cleaned or maintained.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safe work practices.
  
  

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three (3) years' related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: technical background including technical school, previous technician experience in a manufacturing setting or a Bachelor’s degree.
• Proven mechanical skills in troubleshooting and repairing machines, including metal fabrication and welding experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, with experience diagnosing and repairing electrical equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and orally communicate in English.
• Attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Familiarity with PLCs, automation systems, and robotics.
• Ability to work independently, conduct root-cause analysis, and solve problems efficiently.
• Experience using shop tools, lifting aids, and knowledge of industrial maintenance best practices.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to company policies and procedures.
  
  

Physical Requirements - Must be able to perform the following functions with or without accommodations:

• Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and frequent fine finger dexterity.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks over a 10-12-hour period.
• Use of steps, ladders, and lifting equipment.
• The job is performed under occasional temperature variations and in a manufacturing production environment.
• Unrestricted visual and audio abilities are required for the safety of all employees.
• The ability to lift to 50 lbs. is required.
  
  

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

• Please no Third-party candidates or phone calls**