Maintenance Engineering Technician (MET)

Bridgestone Americas • Des Moines, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Engineering Technician position at the Des Moines, Iowa plant is a multi-craft position that requires a working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic (PLC). This position provides emergency and routine maintenance support to the operations departments in an industrial/automated environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance in multi-craft environment OR 3+ years of high-tech maintenance related military experience OR Completed apprenticeship program & 2 year industrial maintenance experience OR Associates Degree in Electronics, General Technology, Robotics, or related field and 2+ years industrial maintenance experience
• Candidates must also possess general computer skills, PLC experience, & presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety regulations
• Preventative Maintenance (continuous improvement)
• Troubleshooting Mechanical, Electronic, and Electrical Industrial Equipment
• Perform Quick Repair for Trouble Calls from Operating Technicians
• Perform Maintenance on Mechanical, Hydraulics, Pneumatic and Electrical Equipment
• Troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs)
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on equipment and systems
• Use computer-based software to enter, track and analyze work activities and maintenance trends
• Read and use blueprints, schematics, manuals, technical drawings, work orders, test results, machine error messages.
• Test fixed machinery
• Clean and lubricate parts

Benefits

• Eligible for additional $0.50 for Certified Welding Wage Progression
• Eligible for medical, prescription, dental, & vision coverage on date of hire
• Sign On Bonus $7,500.00 - paid 50% at hire and 50% at one year of service.
• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• An effective and inclusive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree