What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Maintenace Associatee position at Smith Bros Tool?
Summary/Objective
A Facility Maintenance Associate in a machine shop is responsible for performing a wide range of tasks to ensure the facility and equipment remain safe, functional,and clean. This role combines general building maintenance with specific duties related to industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Perform routine preventive maintenance (PM) on production machinery (e.g., CNC machines, lathes, grinders, drill presses) and facility equipment (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems) to prevent costly breakdowns.
- Troubleshooting and Repair: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic problems with machinery and the facility infrastructure using technical manuals, blueprints, and diagnostic tools.
- Facility Upkeep: Conduct general maintenance and minor repairs to the building and grounds, including painting, patching walls, repairing floors, and addressing minor plumbing or electrical issues.
- Equipment Installation and Relocation: Assist with the installation, dismantling, and movement of machinery and equipment within the facility, ensuring proper alignment and functionality.
- Welding and Fabrication: Operate welding equipment and machine shop tools (lathes, mills) as needed to fabricate or repair parts and equipment components.
- Safety and Compliance: Adhere strictly to all safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Report any safety hazards or incidents promptly.
- Inventory Management and Documentation: Maintain an inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and spare parts. Accurately document all maintenance and repair activities in logs or a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Housekeeping: Ensure all work areas, including the maintenance shop, production floor, and common areas, are kept clean and organized.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. An associate degree or vocational training in industrial maintenance or a related trade is preferred.
- Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment is typically required.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency with various hand and power tools, and diagnostic equipment (e.g., multimeters, calipers, micrometers).
- Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Basic knowledge of electrical systems and circuitry.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Physical Demands: Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing for extended periods, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and safely lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Work Environment: The role operates in a typical machine shop environment with exposure to moderate noise levels, dust, and industrial conditions. May require working off-hours or overtime for emergency repairs or scheduled maintenance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $1.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person