MultiCraft Technician - 2nd Shift (Wytheville)

RH Sheppard Co•Wytheville, VA

About The Position

The MultiCraft Technician analyzes, diagnoses, installs, maintains, repairs, and services electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment on manufacturing production equipment and related accessories. The role works under minimal supervision and performs maintenance and repair work in a timely manner. The technician observes, reviews, tests, and diagnoses equipment performance issues; communicates repair needs to a supervisor; fabricates, installs, and maintains electrical systems and panels; and works with electrical systems up to 480 volts. The role includes wiring machinery from prints and diagrams, maintaining and replacing a range of mechanical and electrical components, troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and making repairs across multiple trades. The technician also inspects completed work for safety and code compliance, modifies control systems, supports preventive maintenance and reliability improvements, and maintains accurate work orders and repair logs. The work environment may involve moderate heat, light dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, noise, and hazards such as electrical shock or gases. Some outside assignments may expose the employee to adverse weather. Hearing protection is required at 85 decibels and above. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The schedule is an 8-hour evening shift, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

At least 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to read prints and schematics.
High school diploma required.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
Adherence to established safety procedures and 5S standards.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Adhere to established safety procedures and 5S standards, including proper lifting and moving techniques.
Observe, review, test, and diagnose manufacturing equipment and related accessories to identify performance issues, needed parts, and repairs.
Communicate diagnoses to the supervisor to obtain parts or supplies needed for repairs.
Fabricate, install, and maintain electrical systems and panels, including systems up to 480 volts.
Wire and rewire machinery using prints and diagrams.
Remove, replace, and maintain motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, gearboxes, sensors and components, fans, air conditioners, hoists, cranes, and sanitary facilities; inspect for excessive wear or damage.
Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Use power and hand tools to remove, replace, and adjust fasteners and locking mechanisms, and hoist and replace parts as needed.
Disassemble machines and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, pipe fitting, sheet metal, basic electrical, mechanical, and masonry components.
Read and interpret schematics, prints, and diagrams.
Inspect completed work for safety and code compliance.
Modify control systems and maintain backups.
Identify and replace faulty circuit boards and control components.
Support preventive maintenance and reliability improvement efforts.
Maintain accurate work orders and log maintenance and repairs performed on specific equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.