Maintenance Technician - Vancouver, WA

VetJobs • Vancouver, WA

1d • $21 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Farwest Steel Corporation is hiring a full-time, onsite Maintenance Technician in Vancouver, Washington. The position is responsible for the safe installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, relocation, and removal of equipment and facility mechanical systems in accordance with high safety and quality standards and steel service industry best practices. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with either a swing shift from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM or a graveyard shift from 3:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Compensation is $21.00 to $32.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to five years of production maintenance experience.
• Strong working knowledge of machinery, mechanics, plumbing, welding, and pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical drive components, including bearings, bushings, seals, gears, and belt or chain drives.
• Ability to work safely and rationally at heights, such as around overhead cranes.
• Current valid driver's license.
• Ability to follow repair manuals, blueprints, and diagrams to make appropriate repairs.
• Ability to respond to and follow oral and written instructions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to work in a team environment or independently.
• Basic knowledge of industrial electrical principles and controls.

Nice To Haves

• Overhead crane repair experience.
• CAD experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and lubricate machines and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on facility and production machinery, including documenting maintenance performed.
• Install, dismantle, clean, reassemble, and move production machinery.
• Perform hydraulic and pneumatic fluid mechanic repairs.
• Read blueprints and schematics to determine repair procedures.
• Maintain building mechanical systems, utilities, and HVAC systems.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Safely install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, relocate, and remove equipment and facility mechanical systems.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with up to a 3.5% match.
• Quarterly safety bonus of up to $0.60 per hour based on branch safety goals.
• Career development opportunities.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

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