Preventative Maintenance Technician

Morris Midwest • Palatine Township, IL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufactures of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity. Morris Midwest, is a division of Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America. It is a regional distributor of CNC machine tools, tooling and accessories, and related engineering and support services. We are seeking a motivated Preventative Maintenance Technician willing to learn. This role will provide exciting opportunities to work for a multidimensional company in a fast-paced, growing industry.

Requirements

• Proficient English verbal and written communication and Customer relation skills.
• Able to interact and effectively communicate in person and over the phone with customer and co-workers.
• Present a professional image.
• Must be adaptable to changes and able to take care of change, delays, or general work-related issues.
• Basic digital literacy and proven understanding of MS Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook and other business programs.
• Must have, and/or be willing/capable of being trained to develop, electro-mechanical skills (motors, drives, transformers etc.).
• Basic mechanical and logical troubleshooting skills are a must.
• Rational decision making and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Excellent technical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.
• Ability to concentrate and remain focused while handling multiple tasks, responsibilities and projects.
• Ability to sit for prolonged period of times.
• Must be able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees.
• Ability to frequently use hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of machine tool manufacture, installation, operation, maintenance & repair and/or a broad shop background – is a plus.
• Manufacturing experience in CNC machine tool repair a plus.
• Experience with multi-control systems environment is required, troubleshooting skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Daily travel from home to Customer facilities with occasional overnight hotel stays required when servicing remote Customer locations within the designated coverage territory or when participating in remote training programs.
• Demonstrating a desire to help others and be a team member.
• Applying machine tool manuals, technical documents, internal and vendor resources to research machine parts and service.
• Provide a direct communication link between the Customer and the Morris Service Group.
• Aligning with safety laws and maintaining a clean, orderly work area.
• Promoting and performing preventative maintenance on customer machine tool equipment and conducting maintenance training to customer employees.
• Possessing and maintaining an in-depth knowledge of machine tool industry and product lines represented by the company.
• Through service and Customer relationships, build brand dedication.
• Conduct travel and work in a safe manner, constantly learning new technology and soft skills.
• Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
• 3+ Weeks’ Vacation to Start
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees