Maintenance_Equipment - Level 3
About The Position
As a Level III Equipment Maintenance Technician at Swagelok, you will help keep manufacturing equipment operating safely, reliably, and efficiently. The role is suited to an experienced maintenance professional who can work independently, troubleshoot moderately complex equipment issues, and follow established maintenance processes with minimal guidance. You will apply mechanical and technical expertise across manufacturing equipment and work with production, engineering, and other support teams to diagnose problems, restore performance, and improve equipment reliability. The position is based in a manufacturing environment and is scheduled for second shift, 2:45 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The listed pay range is $24.50–$34.40 per hour, with additional compensation through overtime. The offered hourly rate depends on skills, experience, and qualifications. Swagelok describes itself as a privately held global manufacturer of fluid system solutions and highlights training, internal career growth, and a no-layoff philosophy. Its total rewards package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement savings plans; paid time off and holidays; tuition assistance and career development; an on-site health clinic at its Solon Global Headquarters; wellness and safety programs; life and disability insurance; and other voluntary benefits and support programs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least two years of applicable maintenance experience, or equivalent technical education, including experience troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to independently diagnose moderately complex equipment problems.
- Ability to properly use a variety of hand tools and maintenance equipment.
- Ability to understand and follow technical procedures, safety requirements, and standard work.
- Ability to use basic shop mathematics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work independently and recognize when to seek assistance from higher-level technicians or other technical resources.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or automated manufacturing equipment.
- Experience performing preventative and predictive maintenance.
- Experience with root-cause analysis and equipment reliability improvement.
- Experience with Lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement processes.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Experience with maintenance management or computerized maintenance management systems.
- Willingness to learn new equipment, technologies, and processes.
- Willingness to work overtime or adjust the schedule based on business needs.
Responsibilities
- Independently diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical equipment problems using established maintenance processes and procedures.
- Identify mechanical equipment issues and distinguish them from process-related problems.
- Troubleshoot and recognize pneumatic problems, escalating issues when additional expertise or support is needed.
- Safely and effectively use appropriate hand tools, powered industrial equipment, and maintenance equipment.
- Perform assigned equipment repairs, adjustments, modifications, and preventative maintenance.
- Follow applicable safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, fall protection, confined space, hot work permits, PPE, compressed gases, and Arc Flash requirements.
- Apply basic shop mathematics and technical knowledge to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
- Accurately and thoroughly complete maintenance documentation and work orders, including root causes and corrective actions when applicable.
- Collaborate with machine operators, production supervisors, engineering, quality, and other support teams to resolve equipment reliability issues.
- Participate in root-cause analysis and continuous improvement activities to improve equipment reliability, safety, quality, and productivity.
- Use Lean tools and other problem-solving methods to identify and eliminate sources of equipment downtime.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area according to Swagelok safety and housekeeping standards.
- Share technical knowledge and guide less-experienced maintenance associates when appropriate.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plans, including a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Tuition assistance and career development opportunities.
- On-site health clinic at the Solon Global Headquarters.
- Employee wellness and safety programs.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Additional voluntary benefits and employee support programs.
- Additional compensation through overtime.
- Training and opportunities for career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
