Maintenance Tech I

Inteplast Group • Vanceburg, KY

10d

About The Position

The Maintenance Tech I performs a variety of skilled mechanical, maintenance, repair, and construction-related tasks, including work in carpentry, masonry, painting, plumbing, heating, electrical, appliance, and general maintenance. The position works under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and provides hands-on maintenance for shift equipment to support proper operating efficiency. The role also includes preventive maintenance, project and work-order completion, documentation, and identifying and resolving equipment or safety issues.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of maintenance experience; experience with plastics extrusion equipment is preferred.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Self-initiative and strong follow-up skills.
• Willingness to work various shifts and be on call when necessary.
• Ability to lift and handle 50-pound components.
• Ability to work in excessively loud and hot environments.
• Ability to pass a forklift qualification test.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Good organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Consistent, dependable attendance and willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
• Ability to manage job-related stress effectively and foster productive workplace interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Related experience working with extrusion machinery and support equipment, such as pull rolls, guillotine cutters, corona treatment equipment, ovens, chillers, towers, compressors, pumps, and power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Comply safely with written and verbal safety rules, including wearing appropriate PPE and preventing tripping and slipping hazards.
• Maintain a professional appearance on the floor and demonstrate good work ethics and morale.
• Perform hands-on maintenance on all shift equipment to maintain proper efficiencies.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and document the work performed.
• Review weekly project assignments and perform assigned tasks.
• Observe, report, and resolve critical machine or safety issues when found.
• Complete assigned projects and work orders.
• Complete job documentation in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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