Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift)

Caterpillar•Hodges, SC

34d•$27 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. About Large Power Systems Division (LPSD): We design and manufacture the most comprehensive lineup of large diesel and natural gas engines in the industry, as well as engine components and powertrains. Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team at the Hodges, SC facility. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive, and productive maintenance systems and processes. This role requires a proactive individual who can complete preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines, etc. What you will do (includes but not limited to): Carry out preventive maintenance: Analyzing and effecting improvements on facilities because of observations made during preventive maintenance. Participating in regularly scheduled maintenance stops. Carry out corrective maintenance: analyze the malfunction and propose, then put into effect, the best solution. When a repair is done, the incumbent should inform the supervisor and/or production about availability of the equipment and immediately give the repair done. The incumbent records immediately the incident encountered in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System). Help maintenance agents and exterior companies as necessary, carrying out an intervention on-site, in agreement with supervisor. Be able to find technical information and contact external suppliers directly. Participate in smooth functioning of the spare parts storeroom.

Requirements

Experience working in a maintenance, mechanical, or electrical position (preferably in a heavy industrial environment)
Manufacturing Safety: Knowledge and application of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or relevant program
Preventative maintenance and repairs on various manufacturing and facilities equipment (pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, conveyor, HVAC systems, fire systems, etc.)
Knowledge of Electrical (110-480VAC and 0-36VDC), PLC's, Controls, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and gas systems considered a plus
Experience working in a foundry (Hodges is a cast iron foundry) is preferred
Previous experience using Microsoft Office, ACAD, E-drawing, QAD, and Llumin is preferred
Usage on manual, electrical, and pneumatic tools for repairs and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

Analyzing and effecting improvements on facilities because of observations made during preventive maintenance.
Participating in regularly scheduled maintenance stops.
Analyze the malfunction and propose, then put into effect, the best solution. When a repair is done, the incumbent should inform the supervisor and/or production about availability of the equipment and immediately give the repair done.
The incumbent records immediately the incident encountered in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
Help maintenance agents and exterior companies as necessary, carrying out an intervention on-site, in agreement with supervisor.
Be able to find technical information and contact external suppliers directly.
Participate in smooth functioning of the spare parts storeroom.