Maintenance Technician I

Venture Metals INC.•Joliet, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Venture Metals+ is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to join our team. This role is responsible for ensuring the optimal functioning of our equipment and facilities through proactive maintenance, timely repairs, and meticulous record-keeping. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, and a commitment to safety.

Requirements

2+ years of experience repairing large complex equipment used in one or more of the following: scrap metal processing, manufacturing, agriculture, heavy equipment.
2+ years of employment history as a maintenance professional and prioritizing maintenance tasks – short term and long-term operational needs.
Verifiable experience in troubleshooting, hydraulics, pneumatic air systems, welding, plasma torching, industrial mechanical and medium low voltage electrical issues.
Experienced in developing and maintaining a highly safety-focused work environment.
Ability to work well in a team, no solo effect or division between Operations group and maintenance.
Required to have computer knowledge and skills for use in platforms such as Microsoft, Teams, Excel, Outlook, Internet browsers, Coupa, Upkeep, IQ360, and any other required maintenance software platforms.

Nice To Haves

Formal training in heavy equipment maintenance – accredited trade school Industrial Electrical or Mechanical certification, or associates degree in a related discipline – preferred, or comparable work experience.
May need some own tools, but a large portion of necessary tools will be provided.

Responsibilities

Schedule planned maintenance through cooperation with the operations team and conduct related administrative tasks.
Prioritize maintenance tasks, conduct safety briefings before projects, and perform after-action reviews following projects.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections and related repairs on mobile and stationary engine-driven equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections and related repairs on stationary electrically driven equipment.
Conduct reactive maintenance tasks, troubleshooting, and repairs when equipment failures occur.
Perform repairs and inspections on buildings and non-equipment assets, which may include minor construction tasks, electrical repairs or installations, plumbing repairs, and HVAC inspections and repairs.
Identify, source, and order parts required for repairs through established or new vendors, or through collaboration with other VMI locations.
Identify, source, and schedule third-party maintenance support through vendors and through collaboration with other VMI locations.
Keep and maintain meticulous records of maintenance-related inventory such as parts, machine operators’ manuals, repair/maintenance logs, inventory orders, and replacement stock on hand.
Create work orders, charge time to the work order, document equipment status and troubleshooting process, and close work orders.
Perform additional tasks as required based on company needs.