Industrial Maintenance Specialist

Advanced Technology Services•East Peoria, IL

11d•$93,609 - $119,718

About The Position

ATS is an industrial maintenance company founded in 1985, with a presence in the United States, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The Industrial Maintenance Specialist performs expert-level break-fix and preventive maintenance and may design mechanical and electrical equipment improvements or complex systems according to their specialty. The role supports troubleshooting and technical needs on production lines, maintains in-depth technical knowledge of relevant systems, and performs related research and procedures. The specialist programs, troubleshoots, and analyzes complex control systems; uses predictive technologies to assess equipment condition and support proactive maintenance; and leads or participates in continuous improvement activities. The position also identifies parts and repair items, performs maintenance to industry standards, maintains records and reviews CMMS data, and may operate machining equipment or perform welding. Additional duties include updating documentation, preparing cost-analysis input, contributing technical content to sales quotations, training and coaching technicians, and taking on project-management responsibilities when assigned. The employee must follow safety policies and remain alert to unsafe conditions and behaviors. Work is typically performed in a loud factory environment, which may include hazardous materials and greasy or slippery floors. The role may involve exposure to outdoor weather and electrical shock risk, and may require travel. ATS offers Medical, Dental and Vision plans, PTO, a 401k retirement plan with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits. The stated pay range is $93,609.08–$119,717.75 USD.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent (GED).
An associate degree with a technical focus and 7 years of related experience in the specific industry, or 10 years of experience in the specific industry.
Proficiency in predictive technologies, including vibration analysis or laser interferometer operations, precision alignments, and maintenance of applicable process equipment.
Understanding of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems, with the ability to analyze problems, synthesize alternative solutions, and perform repairs.
Ability to use hand tools and specialized tools as appropriate.
May be required to travel.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing at heights, working in confined spaces, and occasionally lifting or moving more than 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

Perform expert-level break-fix and preventive maintenance, and design mechanical and electrical equipment improvements or complex systems as required by the employee’s specialty.
Provide troubleshooting support for equipment and technical support for production lines; maintain in-depth technical knowledge of relevant systems and perform related research and procedures.
Program, troubleshoot, and analyze complex control systems to resolve software, hardware, and configuration problems.
Use predictive equipment and interpret results for analysis, equipment condition assessment, troubleshooting, and proactive maintenance, including infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, power quality analysis, laser interferometry, ball bar, and vibration analysis.
Lead, drive, and participate in continuous improvement activities, including processes, results, and cost savings using CI tools and methodology.
Identify and source parts, supplies, and repair items; suggest alternatives and engineered solutions to improve reliability.
Independently perform maintenance according to industry standards and comply with 5S and housekeeping standards.
As required, set up and operate machining equipment such as lathes, drill presses, and grinders, and perform welding tasks.
Investigate technical and systems methods, tools, and innovations that can improve maintenance practices at ATS sites, and update documentation.
Prepare input for cost analyses related to new equipment, repair or rebuild proposals, cost savings, and innovations.
Update records, review CMMS history, and analyze data.
Provide technical content for sales quotations and perform time-and-material duties as required.
Train and coach less proficient technicians and assume project manager responsibilities when assigned.
Complete and conduct on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development.
Follow safety policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions, and guidelines; maintain situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions.