Maintenance Tech

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Assists in troubleshooting, set ups, changeovers, and tear backs so all functions are completed in the allotted downtime to achieve utilization standard by performing the following duties. 

REPORTS TO:             Maintenance Manager

SUPERVISES:              No direct supervision of personnel

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Observes equipment in operation and uses all senses to help locate the problems.
• Examines parts and assemblies to determine changes in the dimensions or locate imperfections.
• Dismantles equipment to gain access to damaged or worn parts.
• Repairs or replaces worn or defective parts.
• Adjusts functional parts for performance and clearances.
• Tests equipment performance.
• Installs power wiring and conduit for newly installed equipment. Connects and tests power wires. 
• Diagnoses failed equipment such as motors, wiring, PLC, I/O modules, and power supplies. 
• Repairs and replaces failed electrical equipment such as motors, wiring, PLC, I/O modules, and power supplies.  
• Uses meters and electrical test equipment to troubleshoot problems.
• Troubleshoots and programs AC and DC drive systems. 
• Align motors to manufacturer’s specifications.
• Replaces faulty components such as boards and cables and initiates purchase requisition and other paperwork.
• Tests to ensure corrective action was thorough.  Understands proper lockout/tagout procedures.
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic or pneumatic parts or components. 
• Ability to create finished metal products from sheet piping or structural steel. 
• Knowledge of MIG/TIG, brazin, cutting/burning and stick welding. 
• Changes extruder, screws and barrel in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Can readily use metal shear, bender, band saw and plasma cutter. Follows all company safety rules and procedures. 
• Maintains good housekeeping levels in the Maintenance department and the work area. 
• Performs activities in accordance with the procedures outlined in the work instructions.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

·       Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and/or 8 years related work experience and/or training.

·       Ability to read wiring schematics and wiring diagrams.

·       Ability to size and wire electrical circuits in accordance with the NEC and/or manufacturer’s specification.

·       Strong verbal and written communication skills.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

·       Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. 

·       Knowledge of power transmissions and components.

·       Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and 

fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. 

·       Ability to calculate electric formulas using power equations and or Ohm’s law.

·       Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, troubleshoot issues and draw valid conclusions. Ability to 

interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

·       Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.

·       Ability to complete the Maintenance Training Program and demonstrate the skills and knowledge learned on the job.

·       A reliable person who performs their job accurately, safely and efficiently. 

·       Demonstrates a positive work attitude with customer focused behavior.

·       Ability to be a team player committed to the success of the business.

·       Proactive and takes initiative.  

·       Communicates key information to team members.

·       Committed to continuous learning.

·       Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects in a fast pace environment.

·       Demonstrates solid problem solving and decision making skills.

The above description covers the principal functions of the job.  It is not intended to be a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar tasks which may be assigned during normal or emergency operations.