Machine Maintenance Technician Experienced-US

Kennametal • Rogers, AR

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About The Position

Kennametal Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform predictive and preventive maintenance analysis to enhance equipment uptime and reduce costs. The technician will be responsible for a variety of specialized technical tasks to support operations, including preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems, evaluating equipment improvements, and troubleshooting equipment problems. The position requires working with a moderate degree of supervision and adherence to standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience
• Vocational training or equivalent experience, certification as a State Journeyman in electrical or machine maintenance preferred
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, work orders, schematics, and blueprints
• Proficiency in using a personal computer and software such as SAP MII
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with plant personnel, supervisors, and managers
• Working knowledge of analytical/scientific methods or operational processes

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PLC & Ladder Logic programming
• Knowledge of power transmission applications (gearboxes, sprockets, belts)
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized technical tasks required to support operations (e.g., IT development, research support, skilled trade)
• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical)
• Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield
• Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance)
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems
• Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures
• Prepare for new/relocated equipment installations by sizing, wiring, piping, ventilation, etc. according to incoming equipment requirements
• Receive, rig, unload, transport, install, assemble, troubleshoot, and fine tune new/relocated equipment
• Troubleshoot and perform necessary repairs on existing equipment
• Assist engineers in identifying worn or damaged parts that may be needed to complete the repair
• Interface with and assist outside contractors, OEM's and Technology Process Support groups, in all attempts to install new and repair or upgrade existing processes
• Safely handle hazardous materials and hazardous wastes
• Interface with in-plant Computerized Machine Maintenance System to show status of work and time spent on job

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED