Maintenance technician

PURPOSE

Under direct supervision the Maintenance Technician I is an entry level position and is responsible for conducting machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance service with basic efficiency.

Performs duties under the direction of the Maintenance Manager and Leads.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines;

following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical and electrical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.


• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.


• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.


• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.


• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.


• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.


• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies;

placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.

• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.


• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.


• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.


• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.


• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.


• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.


• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.


• Performs building, lighting, and plumping repairs for Facility as needed.


• Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);


• 1 2 years of related experience



• Valid driver’s license

COMPETENCIES

• Ethical Conduct


• Problem Solving / Analysis


• Technical Capacity


• Attention to detail


• Knowledge of industry safety practices


• Knowledgeable in the use of a variety of hand and power tools


• Language Skills-The ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.

The ability to print and speak simple sentences.

Reasoning Ability-Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Last updated : 2024-04-16