Industrial Maintenance Technician (Open Availability)

TekniPlex•Winston Salem, NC

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, maintaining and improving complex mechanical, electrical and electronic, instrumentation equipment and distribution systems, involving work of varied nature with minimum supervision. Additionally, the IMT will perform checks and maintain records to ensure compliance with Environmental regulations. The team is looking for an individual open to working various shifts, based on need/skillset. This position may require overtime, holiday, and on-call schedule.

Requirements

AAS degree in Electro/Mechanical Engineering Technology (Robotics) or related field.
3 - 5 years’ experience in an Industrial Maintenance Electrician job.
Ability to use calipers, micrometers, and other measuring devices.
Ability to use multimeters, voltage testers, amp meters, and other testing devices.
Ability to install and maintain motors, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, transformers, rectifiers, etc.
Ability to calculate needed material (wire, breakers, conduit, etc.) for new or modifications of existing circuits.
Ability to assemble, install, alter, and repair any pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, chemicals, or gases. Pneumatics included.
Ability to use hand power tools applicable to job function.
Knowledge of electronics and electrical controls and circuits.
Knowledge of AC and DC drives, PLC's, power distribution and process control.
Willingness and ability to perform OJT duties.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks at one time.
Ability to effectively communicate with operations associates, vendors, and support groups.
Ability to work up to 11.5-hour shifts
Lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 75 lbs
Frequent lifting in the 0–50 lb range
Carry items (e.g., shafts ~45 lbs) up to 10 feet
Push/pull equipment (e.g., toolboxes up to ~300 lbs) up to 200 feet
Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting/crouching, reaching, twisting
Occasional crawling
Ability to climb platforms and access coolant pits
Frequent use of both hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, and repetitive motions
Use of foot controls as required
Ability to maintain sustained attention, work at a consistent pace, and make independent judgments.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

AAS degree in Electronic Engineering Technology or related field preferred.
Welding skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot machine problems and make repairs or changes as necessary to electro-mechanical instrumentation and process control systems. If repairs are temporary, ensure permanent repairs are made as soon as possible.
Perform preventive maintenance testing and maintain records to ensure compliance with all company and environmental regulations.
Evaluate, recommend, and/or implement changes to improve machine health as needed.
Update prints and procedures as needed.
Maintain appropriate documentation.
Evaluate parts requirements for new or existing equipment and make recommendations to set parts up in stock.
Research, locate, and order appropriate parts to ensure reliability.
Assist with modifications and capital projects as required.
Communicate with vendors, support groups, and management about equipment issues.
Document machine issues, repairs made, troubleshooting procedures, parts used, follow-up needed, etc.
Perform all job tasks and assignments safely.
Conduct regular safety inspections of assigned areas for identification of potential safety problems.
Perform prescribed audit and sampling activities to monitor system operations for compliance assurance.