Maintenance Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of industrial electrical and mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot PLCs, automated equipment, and industrial control systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems up to 480V.
• Experience troubleshooting VFDs, NPN/PNP sensors, motors, motor controls, and electronic/process-control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, mechanical drawings, and OEM documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical power-transmission systems and industrial pneumatic systems.
• Ability to safely disassemble, reassemble, test, and return production equipment to service following maintenance or sanitation activities.
• Ability to use electrical diagnostic equipment and precision measurement tools.
• Working knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Experience documenting maintenance activities in a CMMS system.
• Must have own tools; the required tool list will be provided, and tools must be on site within two weeks of hire.
• Must have a flexible schedule and be willing to work overtime, including weekends, when necessary.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and Microsoft Office.
• At least 5 years of industrial maintenance experience with a strong electrical focus, or a two-year technical degree with relevant hands-on industrial maintenance experience.
• Hands-on PLC troubleshooting experience in an industrial manufacturing or automated equipment environment.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing 480V electrical systems.
• Proven experience with VFDs and NPN/PNP sensors in complex automation and control systems.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical production equipment.
• Must successfully complete HACCP Certification.
• Must have a Forklift License or be able to complete required training within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Strong verbal, written communication, and mathematical skills, with the ability to work effectively with coworkers, other departments, and vendors.
• Experience working in food manufacturing or a high-speed production environment.
• Working knowledge of ovens, bakery equipment, conveyors, and packaging equipment.
• AIB Bakery Equipment training.
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment and advanced electrical/control-system troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production and facility equipment, including complex electrical and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and automated control systems by identifying faults, tracing inputs and outputs, and diagnosing equipment and process issues.
• Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment up to 480 volts.
• Troubleshoot and maintain VFDs, NPN/PNP sensors, AC/DC and servo motors, motor controls, and other electrical and electronic components.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and process-control system failures.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, PLC documentation, OEM drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance activities to reduce unplanned downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Participate in root cause analysis of equipment and process failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and adjust production machinery and equipment.
• Install, align, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical power-transmission components, including gearboxes, bearings, chains, shafts, and gears.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and test pneumatic systems using applicable schematics.
• Use multimeters and other electrical diagnostic equipment to measure voltage, current, continuity, amperage, and resistance.
• Use precision measurement tools, including dial calipers and micrometers, and perform measurements such as TIR/runout and flatness.
• Safely use hoists and other equipment to rig and move machine parts and equipment.
• Perform basic welding as needed while following safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Partner with Engineering, Production, and other departments on equipment improvements, non-routine repairs, and reliability initiatives.
• Train and assist operators with basic maintenance techniques during troubleshooting or repairs.
• Accurately and promptly document maintenance activities in the CMMS.
• Use CMMS records and OEM documentation to identify equipment improvements, spare parts, and replacement components.
• Participate as a Maintenance Lead for assigned area teams supporting Line Centric Teams.
• Follow company safety, food safety, SQF, HACCP, GMP, and quality requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and reporting structure.

Benefits

• Night shift differential