POSITION: Maintenance Technician

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Diagnose and repair faulty production and related plant equipment with the minimum amount of supervision using the provided schematics, manuals and drawings

• Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical problems, troubleshoot electrical problems and have a strong understanding of preventative maintenance strategies

• Identify faulty parts and provide proper nomenclature in the form of a requisition in order that spares or replacements can be ordered

• Be knowledgeable of what and where spare parts are in the store rooms and to observe store rooms withdrawal and return procedure

• General working knowledge of machine shop equipment

• Have knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems

• Be able to rebuild mechanical devices

• Be able to read schematics and prints

• Must have welding skills

• Must be able to do plumbing using copper, PVC and iron pipe

• Have understanding of basic electrical systems including 3 phase using hand help test equipment

• Must be team-oriented with leadership qualities and capable of leading co-workers in assigned tasks

• Will be expected to maintain necessary records and established maintenance procedures

• Maintain a clean, safe working environment

• Responsible for additional specific duties related to each shift as assigned by maintenance supervisor

• Other duties as necessary

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma/equivalent required

• Four year technical degree or minimum 5-8 years relevant experience (or similar combination of education and experience)

• Score of 70 or above on mechanical aptitude test

• Completion of a vocational technical or trade school curriculum from an authorized school with a concentration in electro-mechanical courses desired

• Proven ability to be able to read and use precision type instruments such as micrometers and calipers

• Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings