Industrial Maintenance Technician
About The Position
The Industrial Maintenance Technician provides support for new and existing work within the business line. The role maintains and repairs plant mechanical and electrical systems and, under supervision, performs troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance. The technician also maintains inspection and maintenance records, operates monitoring systems, collects samples, and properly disposes of waste materials. The position works under immediate supervision and relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines. Primary duties typically do not require independent judgment, and the role typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The technician must observe and comply with safety and project rules and perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- High school education or GED; the posting also notes that a high school diploma or equivalent may be required.
- Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and the ability to solve practical problems.
- Ability to recognize impending problems with mechanical and electrical systems and act to prevent system loss or damage.
- Effective communication skills and basic computer skills.
- Typically 1 to 3 years of experience, with emphasis on maintenance and repair.
- Knowledge of application techniques.
- Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy and apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
- Ability to plan work and select proper tools.
- Ability to compare differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects, and visualize three-dimensional objects from plans and drawings.
- Ability to make decisions based on measurable criteria.
- Ability to work at heights without fear.
- Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field; ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines.
- Physical requirements include standing 70% of the time, walking 20%, sitting 10%, and lifting and carrying 40 pounds.
- Physical activity frequencies listed: climbing, balancing, stooping, and crouching frequently; kneeling and crawling occasionally; reaching, handling, and fingering constantly.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair plant mechanical and electrical systems.
- Under supervision, troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain mechanical and electrical systems.
- Maintain inspection and maintenance records.
- Operate monitoring systems.
- Collect samples and properly dispose of waste materials.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
