Maintenance Technician

Our people are the heart of our business.  As the world's largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, including some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!  

This position is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on retention bonus!

Bodycote offers paid holidays and paid time off, as well as 401k match, Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for employees and families.

Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical and be able to work full-time, 40+ hours per week. The hours for this position are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6 am-6 pm.

Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive.

Summary: 

Position Summary:

Based in Cranston, RI the Maintenance Tech will perform essential job functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the Maintenance Manager to meet customer specifications including assisting other employees as needed.

Essential Job Functions (Duties and Responsibilities): The primary duties consist of, but are not limited to the following.

• Operates, controls, and monitors heat treating equipment as required and written in procedures on shop traveler and/or customer paperwork.

• Conduct scheduled inspections of fluid levels, water flows, quench oils, filters, washer soap and similar items; notify supervisor of issues as needed

• Maintain clean and organized environment in the Maintenance Department work area; promptly clean up after maintenance and repair work is completed within the facility

• Assist in analytical troubleshooting of issues to maintain equipment, facilities and vehicles

• Accurately record and document all completed maintenance, modifications, and repairs

• Promptly report observed equipment, facility, and vehicle repair or maintenance needs to supervisor

• Make suggestions for changes which would help the facility achieve improved efficiency, quality, and safety

• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism

• Prepares work for processing; loads and unloads furnaces, bins, fixtures, baskets, etc.

• Brings any unusual problems or irregularities to the attention of the supervisor.

• Practices and promotes safety and good housekeeping.

• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customer's inventory and as such will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.

• Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position.

• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.

Qualifications: 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, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements; therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holder.
• Education - College or technical degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance preferred; High school diploma or equivalent plus 3-5 years industrial maintenance experience required
• Must possess troubleshooting skills with mechanical equipment and be analytical
• Knowledge and hands-on experience of computer applications including Microsoft Office and databases is required
• Ability to function as an effective team member through good communication and cooperation to meet plant goals
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; must have excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to prioritize workflow
• Actively participate in team meetings to work on problem solving and continuous improvement of the organization
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language

Physical & Mental Demands: The following physical and mental demands consist of, but are not limited to the following.

• Must be able to work in an industrial environment at elevated heights and in confined spaces
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and reach to perform functions
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.