Maintenance Technician
14 days ago
Charleston
Job Description JOB SUMMARY: This is an entry-level, training maintenance position where the employee possesses fundamental mechanical knowledge to perform inside/outside routine maintenance or preventive maintenance for building(s), grounds, machines, and equipment that includes setup and adjustments for production runs and installation/repair of machines and equipment following standard operating and safety procedures. Employee may interact with vendors to obtain estimates and submits orders for repair parts and supplies as needed. • Relocation reimbursement with temporary housing allowance included EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • High School/GED Required, • Valid Driver’s License Required, • One-to-Two (1-2) Years Maintenance-Related Experience Required, • Twenty-four to Thirty-Six (24-36) Months On-The-Job Training Required JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • Possess dependability to be consistently at work and on time with ability to work 40+ flexible schedule as required, • Possess ability to read and comprehend written instruction; follow verbal directives; follow general and maintenance-specific safety procedures and guidelines, • Possess functional mathematical ability including knowledge of fractions and decimals to perform basic math calculations and measurement computing using tape measure and/or micrometers, • Possess functional mechanical knowledge with ability to develop good fabricating and trouble-shooting skills including pneumatic and hydraulic systems, • Possess working knowledge of operational functions for general maintenance equipment including cranes, forklifts, milling machines, lathes, welding and cutting equipment, and hand/power tools, • Possess basic computer skills, • Possess a “Team Member” mentality with a QA/safety oriented mindset when performing maintenance duties or operational instruction, • Possess self-motivational skills to perform duties without direct supervision with ability to multi-task and perform well under pressure, • Possess functional communication skills to interact with management, co-workers, and outside vendors, • Possess close visual acuity, near/far vision, and multiple limb coordination, • Possess manual dexterity and moderate/heavy (20-80 lbs) lifting capability while performing essential job duties, • Possess repetitive standing, walking, and/or bending capability during normal phase duties ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: • Conduct a safety evaluation of work area prior to performing maintenance actions., • Perform at a training-level capacity inside/outside, routine maintenance or preventive maintenance actions for building(s), grounds, machines, and equipment following standard operating and safety procedures. Maintenance actions include setup actions for product runs; troubleshooting, repairing, and installing machinery/equipment; calibrating and repairing pneumatic systems; inspection of belts, fluid levels, filters, bearings, seals, etc.; providing corrective actions as required., • Perform at a training-level capacity inside/outside, minor/major emergency repairs as required for building(s), grounds, machines, and equipment following standard operating and safety procedures., • Perform at a training-level capacity computerized control and monitoring of mechanical equipment., • Perform housekeeping actions adhering to post maintenance/repair procedures. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: • Obtain estimates and order supplies and/or replacement parts as needed from outside vendors via telephone or off-site meetings; drive to pick-up supplies/parts or attend off-site meetings as required., • Travel to other plants to perform maintenance actions as required., • Maintain scheduled maintenance procedures records for building(s), grounds, machines, or equipment by completing weekly and/or monthly checklists as required by ISO regulations., • Perform any other general labor duties as directed by supervisory personnel to ensure efficient operation of facility. WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Majority of work performance is conducted in a steel manufacturing plant environment using heavy production machinery, material handling and job-specific equipment and tools. Plant safety and machine-specific safety procedures are strictly enforced and compliant with Federal OSHA and/or State regulations., • Safety training, written procedures, and continual improvement measures are implemented to eliminate or control any physical/environmental hazards that may be present in the workplace., • Employee use of personal protective equipment is enforced for all phases of job performance to prevent bodily injury. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Job performance demands constant application of the following physical requirements: use of hands., • Job performance demands frequent application of the following physical requirements: lifting (Avg. 20 lbs), walking, standing, bending, fine manipulation, close visual acuity, near/far vision, upper limb coordination, multiple limb coordination, • Job performance demands occasional application of the following physical requirements: lifting (Max. 80 lbs.), carrying, sitting, reaching, overhead reaching/lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, kneeling, twisting, climbing, balancing, foot controls, driving, total visual field. Excellent benefits include medical with a standard PPO plan with deductibles as low as $1,500 and wellness credit up to $750; voluntary 401k plan deduction up to 12% with varying company match per quarter; voluntary dental and vision plans; telemedicine services; basic life and short term disability coverage.