Maintenance Technician/Master Electrician - 1st Shift

Oshkosh•Bradenton, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Maintenance Technician III is responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance, including maintaining and repairing machinery and equipment and the electrical power system within a manufacturing facility. Equipment includes press brakes, punches, presses, laser cutting systems, CNC machines, and welding machines. The role requires advanced troubleshooting skills and a strong understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems, mechanical systems, and computer-controlled systems. The technician may coordinate and lead maintenance team activities at times. The position is based in a manufacturing or production environment and may involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery, and temperature fluctuations. It may require extended standing, repetitive motions, bending, kneeling, climbing, and use of tools and equipment. Employees must wear required personal protective equipment. Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and communication. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent education.
At least five years of experience in manufacturing maintenance or sheet metal fabrication equipment maintenance.
Valid driver's license with class E qualification and a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman Electrician qualification is strongly preferred.
Advanced knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, single-phase and three-phase 480VAC electrical systems, mechanical systems, and computer-controlled systems.
Experience operating a variety of hand tools and equipment.
Ability to participate actively as a team member and maintain high productivity, including occasionally working longer hours when necessary.
Ability to work flexible hours and adapt to changing work requirements.
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions.
Attention to detail, adherence to established procedures, and strong organizational skills.
Solid math and computation skills.

Responsibilities

Plan procedures, set up, install, and repair manufacturing equipment and special-purpose machines, including electrical supply lines and circuits, electrical/electronic controls, piping and tubing, pneumatic controls and systems, and hydraulic systems.
Diagnose equipment problems, disassemble equipment, determine the extent of repairs, estimate labor time for outside repairs, and make repairs and adjustments.
Perform complex repairs and diagnose equipment and control problems; test equipment performance after repairs.
Inspect equipment for proper lubrication, test performance, and perform preventative maintenance.
Administer preventative maintenance duties using the maintenance CMMS system.
At times, monitor and prioritize maintenance calls from departments and coordinate maintenance mechanics responding to equipment issues.
Work with department leaders to delegate maintenance mechanic activities, optimize response times, resolve issues, and set schedules.
Read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.
Research and requisition replacement parts.
Assist in developing less experienced team members.
Perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills.