Maintenance Technician

Scope of the Position

A Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing predictive and preventative maintenance tasks to machinery and equipment for an automotive facility. 

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to machinery and equipment using a variety of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues and perform repairs as needed to minimize production downtime.
• Understand and use computer software for documenting daily activities. 
• Operate overhead crane as needed to transport equipment.
• Assist with improvement items that address customer Quality concerns or employee concerns.
• Support production and production operators to ensure the ability to produce high quality, efficient products.
• Act as troubleshooter for automation equipment and other software. 
• Read controls, drawings and design concepts.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies with urgency and be able to work in excess of eight hours per day. 
• Comply with all safety expectations and contribute to a safe working environment for all employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED Required.
• 3 – 5 years of maintenance experience preferred.
• Prior automotive experience required.
• Proven experience in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and automation fields. 
• Experience in basic electrical troubleshooting preferred. 
• Craftsman or tradesmen who installs, dismantles and repairs machinery. 
• Must also be capable of a basic to moderate level of fabrication and ability to read hydraulic / electrical prints.
• Computer experience. 
• Ability to read and work from Blueprints.
• Strong trouble-shooting skills.
• Good working knowledge of injection molding machinery and auxiliary equipment. 
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and follow work schedule.