Maintenance Specialist

Advanced Technology Services•Bellwood, IL

About The Position

ATS is an industrial maintenance company founded in 1985 with a presence in the United States, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The Maintenance Specialist performs expert-level maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment improvement work, and provides technical support for production lines. The role also uses predictive technologies to assess equipment condition, supports continuous improvement, maintains service records and documentation, and may take on project management, training, and sales quotation duties as assigned. Work is typically performed in a loud factory environment that may include hazardous materials and greasy or slippery floors.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent (GED).
An associate degree with a technical focus and 7 years of related experience in the specific industry, or 10 years of experience in the specific industry.
Proficiency in predictive technologies, including vibration analysis or laser interferometer operations, precision alignments, and maintenance of applicable process equipment.
Understanding of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems, with the ability to analyze problems, synthesize alternative solutions, and perform repairs.
Ability to use hand tools and specialized tools as appropriate.
May be required to travel.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

Perform expert-level break-fix and preventive maintenance and design mechanical and electrical equipment improvements or complex systems within the job specialty.
Troubleshoot equipment and provide technical support on production lines.
Maintain technical knowledge of relevant systems and conduct research and procedures related to the specialty.
Program, troubleshoot, and analyze complex control systems to resolve software, hardware, and configuration problems.
Use predictive equipment and interpret results for analysis, equipment condition assessment, troubleshooting, and proactive maintenance, including infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, power quality analysis, laser interferometry, ball bar, and vibration analysis.
Lead, drive, and participate in continuous improvement activities using CI tools and methodology, including process improvement, results, and cost savings.
Identify and source parts, supplies, and repair items; suggest alternatives and engineered solutions to improve reliability.
Perform maintenance independently in accordance with industry standards.
Comply with 5S and housekeeping standards.
As required, set up and operate machining equipment such as lathes, drill presses, and grinders, and perform welding tasks.
Investigate technical and systems methods, tools, and innovations that could improve maintenance practices at ATS sites, and update documentation.
Prepare input for cost analyses related to new equipment, repair or rebuild proposals, cost savings, and innovations.
Update records, review CMMS history, and analyze data.
Provide technical content for sales quotations and perform time-and-material duties as required.
Train and coach less proficient technicians; assume project manager responsibilities when assigned.
Complete and conduct on-the-job training and technical self-study for career development.
Follow safety policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions, and guidelines; maintain situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions.