Maintenance Tech I

Will be involved in special projects such as modifying existing equipment or installation of new equipment. Assist the Maintenance Technician 2 to maintain the facility’s manufacturing equipment, vehicles, buildings and grounds through the utilization of the Maintimizer CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) work order system. Performs various mechanical job duties in relation to repairing, replacing, installing and/or removing. This position requires on-site presence and regular attendance to perform the essential duties.

Responsibilities:

- Abides by the company’s policies.

- Thoroughly completes the weekly generated equipment preventative maintenance work orders according to the written instructions under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or an appointed Maintenance Technician Level 2.

- Assists the Maintenance Technician 2 in troubleshooting, repairing, and providing repairs to return equipment to service.

- Receives instruction on how to document problems, troubleshooting techniques, repair procedures, and results in order to educate fellow maintenance employees should the circumstance repeat.

- Learns to scope repair work orders for time and materials needed to complete the task.

- Completes general maintenance of buildings and grounds.

- Has a continuing effort to gain knowledge in the trades necessary to execute prompt and reliable service to increase the efficiency of the maintenance department.

- Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment / Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Due to the nature of the work, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is sometimes at risk of electrical shock while troubleshooting a piece of equipment. Once the problem has been diagnosed all energy sources to the machine are to be locked out and tagged out according to OSHA and company policies before repairs are attempted. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions/hot or cold, occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. There could be areas where the employee could be exposed to fumes, airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employees occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; and stool, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities that are required by this job include: close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. These vision requirements relate to obtaining a valid driver’s license and recognizing current Hazmat warning labels or markings that are color coded.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

A. Education and Training

- High school diploma or the equivalent is required.

B. General Requirements

- One (1) - Two (2) years' manufacturing maintenance experience.

- Experience in planning and scheduling work priorities, materials and available man hours.

C. Technical Requirements / Skills

- Able to provide service and repair to the equipment, buildings and grounds as required.

- Excellent problem-solving ability.

- Able to cooperate; work well with others as a team or independently.

- Passionate about safety for self and others in the company.

- Able to self-motivate and multi-task.

- Able to work with and communicate with all management team members.

- General knowledge of computer data entry in order to document equipment repair task procedure history in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).

- Able to comprehend instruction either written or verbal from both the Maintenance Supervisor.

- An understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and electrical systems, manufacturing processes and materials is a plus.

- Welding, cutting, brazing, HVAC, Pneumatic Equipment, Hydraulic power systems, electrical wiring up to 480 volt and Computer controlled mechanical systems.

- Able to interface with both technical and non-technical personnel.

D. Certificates, Licenses & Registrations

- Must have a valid driver’s license and record that conforms to company’s insurance policies, ATF, DOT, and State or other required Hazmat training.

- Must meet Hunting Titan/OSHA fork truck driver license requirements.

E. Work Authorization / Security Clearance:

- Able to meet ATF & regulatory security requirements.

- Must be US citizen, or lawful permanent resident of the United States (student Visa does not qualify), in accordance with ATF regulations.