Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Wieland•Shelbyville, KY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is hiring a Mechanical Maintenance Technician. The Mechanical Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the smooth operation of our machinery and equipment. This will include performing regular services and preventative, predictive and proactive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting equipment breakdowns and supporting the installation of new equipment. This role is located in Shelbyville, KY and will be fully on-site. Schedule: Rotating 12-hour Shifts Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM Night Shift: 6:30 PM - 6:00 AM Pay Schedule: Weekly

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Experience with computerized maintenance management or manual systems required
Two (2) years industrial equipment maintenance experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience
MIG, TIG, and stick welding and cutting skills
Required to supply initial tools and toolbox for basic troubleshooting and repairs. Company will replace damaged tools as requested
Can operate mobile equipment including fork lifts and burden carriers
Demonstrated Problem Solving and Troubleshooting Experience
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office; Excel, Word, Outlook
Ability to work under pressure

Responsibilities

Performs preventative, predictive and proactive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, and servicing of equipment to improve equipment reliability
Provides regular maintenance of hydraulics, lubrication of mechanical equipment; demonstrates understanding of types of lubricants and application
Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities, fabrication, and welding
Performs commissioning of new systems and integrates into existing administrative controls
Read and follow technical diagrams and schematics
Must have a thorough knowledge of lifting and rigging techniques
Adhere to all plant environmental, health and safety guidelines, policies and practice
Provide technical support for efficient troubleshooting and or problem-solving activities to maximize efficiencies and limit downtime
Work with the operations group to increase reliability while improving plant performance
Must understand the skills related to pipe fitting including threading pipe, tubing bending and swaging pipe
Must be familiar with alignment techniques for shafts, conveyors and various other equipment
Should understand the major parts of a cylinder and how to rebuild them
Should understand the types and uses of valves and how to rebuild them
Operation and maintenance of various process equipment
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance and detailed troubleshooting abilities, of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Ability to troubleshoot equipment by interpreting PLC I/O's
Perform other task as assigned, permanent or temporary to support efficiency in operations