Industrial Maintenance Specialist

Advanced Technology Services•Pontiac, IL

About The Position

ATS is an industrial maintenance company operating in the United States, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The Industrial Maintenance Specialist performs expert-level corrective and preventive maintenance, equipment improvements, troubleshooting, and technical support according to their specialty. The role works with complex mechanical, electrical, and control systems and uses predictive technologies to assess equipment condition and support proactive maintenance. The specialist also contributes to continuous improvement, sourcing and repair solutions, cost analysis, documentation, and CMMS data review. The position may include machining, welding, travel, technical sales support, training and coaching other technicians, and assigned project management responsibilities. Work is typically performed in a loud factory environment that may include hazardous materials and greasy or slippery floors.

Requirements

High school graduation 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.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

Perform expert-level break-fix and preventive maintenance and design improvements to mechanical and electrical equipment and complex systems.
Troubleshoot equipment and provide technical support on production lines.
Maintain technical knowledge of relevant systems and perform research and procedures related to the job specialty.
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 using CI tools and methodology, with attention to processes, results, and cost savings.
Identify and source parts, supplies, and repair items; suggest alternatives and engineered solutions to improve reliability.
Independently perform maintenance according to industry standards.
Comply with 5S and housekeeping standards.
As required, set up and operate machining equipment such as lathes, drill presses, and grinders; may perform welding tasks.
Investigate technical and systems methods, tools, and innovations for improving maintenance practices at ATS sites and update documentation.
Prepare input for cost analyses for new equipment, repair or rebuild proposals, cost savings, and innovations as required.
Update records, review CMMS history, and analyze data.
Provide technical content for sales quotations and perform T&M duties as required.
Train and coach less proficient technicians.
Assume project manager responsibilities as 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.