Licensed Electrical Maintenance Technician

Minerals Technologies•Springfield, MA

48d•$35 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services. Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers. We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly. The Electrical Maintenance Technician, under limited supervision, performs varied maintenance duties necessary to ensure continuous operation of the production facilities. Must be skilled in multi-trades to handle emergencies and perform routine maintenance work. Skills may include electrical work, instrumentation repair, pneumatic, mechanical work, etc. Must be comfortable working with heights. New hires will train on 1st shift and then move to an off shift. This is considered a safety sensitive position therefore will be subject to random drug testing as required.

Requirements

Ability to speak and read English, National Electric Code (Master Electricians License), electrical skills, industrial equipment/systems, and basic mechanical skills are required.
Working knowledge of computer systems and PLC programming skills are required.
Massachusetts Journeyman Electrical License Required
Valid Driver’s License both required
At least five years experience in an industrial environment with equipment including, but not limited to, freight and bucket elevators, conveyor belts, vibratory feeders, diverter valves, drives, gear reducers, bearings, shafts, air compressors, rotary air locks, vacuum pumps, hydraulic drives, mobile equipment such as pickup trucks, forklifts, and commercial motor vehicles such as dump trucks and loaders, is required.
Must have ability to work the shift/number of hours in which duties need to be accomplished, including overtime, holidays and weekends, as necessary.
Call-ins may occur as needed.

Nice To Haves

Ability to instruct/transfer job information/knowledge to others and infrequently lift up to 50 pounds is preferred.

Responsibilities

Reads and interprets equipment manuals, work orders, equipment drawings/blueprints, building drawings, and electrical/instrumentation schematics to perform required maintenance and service.
Identifies required parts from equipment drawings.
Inspects, diagnoses, and troubleshoots plant and mobile equipment/system problems.
Performs advanced electrical/instrumentation skills and basic mechanical skills including, but not limited to, process control, computer automation systems analysis, electrical control, conduit bending, welding, cutting, repairing power transmission equipment, pneumatics, rigging, and troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment/systems as needed.
Performs preventive maintenance inspections and performs or recommends repairs.
Develops and follows standard work for preventive maintenance programs and recommends spare parts requirements and suggested inventory levels.
Provides scheduled and emergency/unscheduled repairs of plant and mobile equipment/systems.
Communicates with others internal and external to the organization to obtain/provide information regarding equipment/system issues as needed.
Leads major repair projects to be completed by maintenance team, ensuring successful completion.
May be required to fill in for Maintenance Supervisor during vacations or absences.
Utilizes established company computer systems to find MRO inventory items, historical information, issue inventory parts, and complete time card entries.
Records pertinent labor information from work shift.
Assumes a leadership role by promoting a positive work environment/attitude.
Trains others in job duties/skills.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Works safely and maintains the safety of coworkers.
Actively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.