Maintenance Technician I

Wabash•Cadiz, KY

About The Position

Maintenance Technicians perform a variety of maintenance tasks that may vary by Wabash location. The position supports production-floor operations and requires mechanical and electrical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to use tools and measurement instruments. Wabash provides training for maintenance positions; after receiving an offer, employees undergo orientation and several days of training to prepare for the production floor. The work environment may involve safety, environmental, and health concerns requiring constant attention. Employees may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noise, and high temperatures. Production-floor employees must wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE). Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

Industrial maintenance experience is required.
Mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
Knowledge of ladder logic.
Knowledge of 480-volt AC/DC motor controls.
Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge of power and hand tools.
Ability to make detailed measurements using instruments, including tape measures, micrometers, and dial calipers.
Experience using SAP PM (Plant Maintenance).
Ability to read detailed engineering drawings, prints, and electrical schematics.
Ability to plan job schedules and processes.
Above-average mechanical and electrical knowledge; basic component and assembly process knowledge.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Basic reading, writing, and verbal skills.
Ability to perform the listed physical demands, including lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds where applicable.
Ability to communicate successfully with fellow employees.

Nice To Haves

Experience and education are a plus, but are not required.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems.
Work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Use knowledge of ladder logic and 480-volt AC/DC motor controls.
Use power and hand tools and make detailed measurements with instruments such as tape measures, micrometers, and dial calipers.
Use SAP PM (Plant Maintenance).
Read engineering drawings, prints, and electrical schematics.
Plan job schedules and processes.
Apply mechanical and electrical knowledge and basic component and assembly process knowledge.
Multitask and prioritize work to complete objectives on time.
Identify problems and their causes, take initiative, and pursue tasks through completion.
Communicate information and share it with others to support safe work.
Adapt to unexpected events and resolve conflicting priorities.