Industrial Maintenance Technician

GE Appliances, a Haier company•Selmer, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. Our Maintenance Technicians support manufacturing operations to ensure equipment reliability and uptime in support of safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. It is an essential industrial maintenance role involving machine setup, troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma, GED or GED equivalent
Certified Journeyman with 2/5 years of experience in the following trade: Electrical/Industrial Maintenance associate’s degree or equivalent in Electrical/Industrial Maintenance with at least 2/5 years of current hands-on working experience
Possesses experience working with 480V, 220V, 120V, and low volt DC electrical controls and systems
Ability to read and understand electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics
Technical certifications a strong plus
Mechanical aptitude – ability to understand basic mechanical concepts and relationships
Proven ability to work in a loud/noisy environment
Proven ability to change shifts and work overtime and weekends, as required
Proven ability to work with parts/equipment which may be hot, cold, and/or wet
Proven ability to work outside in all weather conditions and work at heights
Proven ability to use a wide range of powered tools and hand tools and vibratory tools/equipment
Perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation, including, but not limited to: Prolonged standing, frequently handling various parts for assembly, frequent walking, reaching waist level, pushing/pulling, grasping/squeezing, pinching
Have fine motor dexterity, neck flexion, and be able to use air tools
Be able to reach overhead, reach at shoulder level, reach at knee and floor level
Bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, crawling, ladder/stair climbing, pivoting, twisting, neck extension/rotation, and using vibratory tools also required
Handling and lifting of parts and/or equipment (minimum of 50 lbs. lifting/carrying and 75 lbf. pushing/pulling is required)

Nice To Haves

PLC experience. Understanding of PLC logic, performing minor editing and programming changes
Experience working with the following electrical diagrams: PLC logic, process flow diagrams, instrument flow diagrams and/or P&ID drawings
Experience working with Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Analog and digital AC/DC drive systems, pneumatic/hydraulic systems
Diagnose and troubleshoot VFD’s and Servo Drives, setting and adjusting parameters and replacement of such devices
Operate a Machine, monitor a Machine, Interpret Machine Operation and Maintenance Documentation
Perform Machine Maintenance Procedures
Ability to do Equipment Lubrication
Selection of Proper Hand Tool for Task and Move, Handle, and Store Materials and Equipment
Systems Troubleshooting Methodologies
Perform Preventative Maintenance
Be able to prepare parts for welding, use an acetylene torch and SMAW welder, be able to do basic welding and pass inspection, use plasma cutter to cut flat stock
Possess experience working with 480V, 220V, 120V, and low volt DC electrical controls and systems and the ability to read and understand electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics
Use Dimensional Tools, Alignment and adjustment of a Gear Drive
Install, Align, and Adjust a Pillow Block Bearing
Interpret basic fluid power schematics, startup and shutdown a hydraulic system and adjust system pressure
Adjust hydraulic actuator speed using a flow control valve, service a hydraulic filter and fluid
Install and test components in a basic hydraulic circuit
Ability to use Predictive Maintenance Devices (ultrasound / thermography)
Adjust pneumatic system branch operating pressure using a regulator, adjust pneumatic actuator speed using a flow control valve
Service a pneumatic filter, pneumatic lubricator
Start up and shut down a reciprocating air compressor and adjust operating pressure
Install and test components in a basic pneumatic circuit and be able to troubleshoot
Interpret basic piping schematics, identify and select correct material, preparation, measurement, and installation of piping systems

Responsibilities

Follow safe work methods and procedures to avoid injury to self and co-workers or damage to company property, including use of all required personal protective equipment, following safety precautions (e.g. LOTO), ensuring machine guards, etc.
Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance.
Complete shop records and use reporting systems following established procedures.
Provide quick response to maintenance requests and calls from maintenance leadership and manufacturing operations teams.
Follow proper housekeeping standards to ensure clean and organized maintenance work areas.
Operate motorized equipment, including but not limited to scissor lifts, JLGs, fork trucks, etc. (must pass Monogram’s certification program)
Use a wide range of powered tools and hand tools and vibratory tools/equipment.
Fill out shift report.
Perform associated and other duties as required.