Maintenance Tech

PRECISION FABRICS GROUP INC•Greensboro, GA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Tech performs mechanical and electrical repairs on major plant equipment and supports other maintenance associates. The role fabricates, welds, and cuts materials; installs and repairs piping; and uses hand and power tools. It tests and inspects plant electrical equipment, sizes and installs electrical components, and installs conduit and wiring. The technician also installs, cleans, repairs, replaces, assembles, and lubricates mechanical equipment; troubleshoots faults; and performs preventive maintenance. The role requires understanding equipment operation, diagnosing and correcting complex machine issues, planning repairs to minimize production interruptions, adjusting equipment for optimal operation, and preparing procedures or sketches as needed. The technician executes work orders, documents work and parts used, determines and orders job materials, and communicates job status to coworkers and other associates. The position also requires safe work practices, including lockout/tagout, use of barriers and personal protective equipment, safe work at heights, and proper operation of forklifts, scissors lifts, and ladders. The technician assists and educates junior maintenance associates and performs other work requested by a supervisor or manager. The job is conducted in a manufacturing setting and office environment. It involves frequent standing and moving, climbing ladders during an eight-hour shift, and occasional adjusted schedules or weekend hours to meet deadlines.

Requirements

At least 5 years of maintenance experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Self-motivated, with exceptional follow-through.
Industrial truck license required.
Ability to read and write sufficiently to complete job training, use computer operations and the work order system, process material requisitions, and understand written job requirements.
Language proficiency to read, write, understand, and communicate essential job functions and safety information.
Ability to pass the physical and vision tests performed by Cone Occupational Health (PCP score = 4).
Corrected vision of 20/40 and normal color vision.
Ability to climb and perform work on ladders and scissors lifts.
Ability to lift 50–100 lbs. occasionally, 25–50 lbs. frequently, and 10–20 lbs. constantly, and to exert corresponding levels of force.
Ability to bend, kneel, and reach; frequent standing and moving; and ability to work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.
Ability to wear required safety protective equipment according to the job task and SDS.
Ability to perform quality work within deadlines, with or without direct supervision; demonstrate attention to detail; work independently and as a team contributor; and coordinate work with others.
Customer-oriented approach and ability to work professionally with employees, customers, and suppliers, including people from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to understand and adhere to the company’s Business Policy & Code of Ethics.

Nice To Haves

Additional training or a degree is desired.

Responsibilities

Perform major mechanical and electrical repairs on plant equipment and assist others with repairs.
Fabricate, weld, and cut material; install and repair pipe; and use hand and power tools.
Test and inspect plant electrical equipment for failures; size electrical wire, breakers, and disconnects for appropriate amperage loads; and install conduit and wiring.
Install, clean, repair, replace, assemble, and lubricate mechanical equipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical equipment to assess damage and determine required repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance on major equipment.
Understand equipment operating principles; plan repairs to minimize production interruptions; diagnose and correct complex machine issues; prepare work procedures and sketches as needed; and adjust equipment for optimal operation.
Execute work orders and complete required documentation.
Determine and order materials needed for jobs; communicate work status; and accurately track and document spare parts used.
Follow safe-work practices, including lockout/tagout, use of barriers and required protective equipment, precautions for overhead work, and proper forklift, scissors-lift, and ladder operation.
Keep work areas neat and clean.
Assist and educate more junior maintenance associates and work effectively with other associates.
Perform other work as requested by the supervisor or manager.