Preventative Maintenance Technician

Morris Midwest • Palatine Township, IL

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Morris Midwest, a division of Morris Group, Inc., is 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. The Preventative Maintenance Technician will have a basic understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to successfully provide scheduled maintenance of CNC production equipment through the use of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.

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.
• Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects.
• Ability to sit for prolonged period of times.
• 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 work responsibly and professionally in dynamic job sites that may involve tight timelines, changing priorities, and interaction with customers and team members.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach for extended periods while servicing equipment.
• Ability to work in tight spaces or awkward positions, including accessing equipment interiors and elevated areas.
• Strong hand–eye coordination and fine motor skills required for precise electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic work.
• Ability to work in industrial environments, with exposure to noise, lubricants, coolants, metal chips, and other manufacturing conditions, while consistently wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

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