Technician - Maintenance 3

Madix Inc.•Goodwater, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technician - Maintenance 3 performs preventive maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, and adjustments on manufacturing equipment and facilities. Work includes inspecting, cleaning, and lubricating equipment; changing belts and filters; checking fluid levels; inspecting drives, motors, hydraulic lines, and components; repairing or replacing components; and performing mechanical overhauls on motors, control systems, pneumatic systems, resistance welding systems, and hydraulic systems. The role also includes minor welding, equipment modification, parts fabrication, responding to emergency maintenance requests, completing daily work orders, and assisting with new equipment installation and building or workstation renovations. The technician documents work, obtains replacement parts, maintains tools and a clean work area, identifies work that requires a higher skill level, and alerts the maintenance supervisor to unusual occurrences or damage. The position requires compliance with safety procedures and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The technician may mentor lower-level maintenance employees and equipment operators and may provide direction when working with them, although supervision is not normally a responsibility. Additional projects and duties may be assigned. The work takes place in a manufacturing plant with temperature fluctuations, dust, noise, possible adverse weather exposure, and risk of electrical shock. The job may involve working around traffic, heights, electricity, hydraulics, heavy equipment, and moving parts. Long hours and weekends may be required, and travel may be related to the work or continued education.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of mechanical maintenance experience, or an equivalent associate degree in mechanical engineering.
Thorough knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment, including the ability to read schematics.
General knowledge of OSHA and HAZMAT regulations.
Knowledge of first aid.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, including the ability to recommend necessary improvements to the Maintenance Supervisor.
Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, equipment manuals, parts catalogs, plans, and sketches and to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
Basic knowledge of industrial power systems, electricity, and oil and gas machinery.
Ability to operate cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
Ability to use equipment that inspects, tests, monitors, and measures safe environmental levels.
Ability to locate, diagnose, and repair major mechanical equipment malfunctions and recognize and report issues or potential issues to management.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively verbally and in writing, organize work, prioritize, and manage time to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Valid driver's license and ability to respond to emergency or non-emergency situations.
Ability to work long hours and weekends and travel in relation to work or continued education.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, climb, squat, crawl, talk, and listen for extended periods; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; and maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Ability to operate hand and power tools, industrial machines, digital cameras, phones, scanners, tools, and controls safely.
Required vision abilities include close and distance vision, color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to control machines and processes through control mechanisms or direct physical activity.
Ability to wear protective equipment such as safety glasses and to work and concentrate in a noisy environment.
Ability to work around traffic, heights, electricity, hydraulics, heavy equipment, and moving parts.

Nice To Haves

Technical certifications in welding, pipefitting, general motor repair, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
OSHA and HAZMAT certification.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities, including cleaning and lubricating parts, changing belts and filters, checking fluid levels, and inspecting drives and motors.
Perform diagnostic tests, routine and major repairs, troubleshooting, and adjustments on equipment and facilities.
Inspect, adjust, repair, and replace components and related parts, including valves, pistons, and main bearing assemblies.
Perform mechanical overhauls and repairs on motors, control systems, pneumatic systems, resistance welding systems, and hydraulic systems.
Perform minor welding, modify equipment, and fabricate parts as needed or directed.
Inspect hydraulic lines and components for leaks, damage, and wear; use gauges, readouts, and testing equipment to diagnose malfunctions; disassemble, repair or replace, and reassemble defective hydraulic components.
Respond to emergency maintenance requests and complete assigned daily work orders.
Assist with installation of new equipment and with building or workstation renovations and remodeling.
Identify projects requiring a higher skill level and inform supervisors.
Keep detailed records of work performed and alert the maintenance supervisor to unusual occurrences or damage.
Obtain replacement parts from inventory or advise the Parts Room Clerk when parts need to be ordered.
Use maintenance resources appropriately, keep track of company tools, and leave work areas clean after repairs or maintenance.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment and use required safety standards and protective equipment.
Mentor lower-level maintenance employees and equipment operators regarding maintenance issues; provide work direction when needed while working with them.
Build technical knowledge through educational workshops, technical publications, and professional networks.
Maintain professional and ethical conduct with vendors, contractors, customers, and fellow employees.
Perform special projects and other assigned responsibilities.

Benefits

Group health insurance
Company-paid group term life insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Critical care coverage
401(k) with eligibility on the first day of employment and company matching of up to 4% quarterly, based on safe harbor election
Nine holidays per year, eligible after 30 days of employment
Vacation time
Educational assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Onsite clinic with free medical visits
Safety and attendance incentives
Employee Appreciation Days