Maintenance Technician

Mechanical Technician (some Electrical Component)

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We are looking for a Technician that houses the skill set of mechanical and electrical knowledge. This position will help us with performing repairs and maintenance tasks on our equipment.

A Mechanical Technician is a thorough professional with a practical mind and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be able to work autonomously and responsibly by observing all health and safety guidelines. The goal is to become a strong asset of the Factory Maintenance Team providing expertise and leading the way to improvements.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 4:00AM - 12:00PM

Salary: $30 - 40 per hour depending upon experience

Location: North Aurora, IL

Job Responsibilities:

• Identify defects, execute maintenance plan and troubleshoot equipment.

• Understand Power distribution system (up to 480 volts)

• Control systems – Basic PLC, Motor, sensor, drives and Basic electrical circuits, Basic understanding of device communication networks

• Mechanical system – Hydraulics, Pneumatics and Mechanical Drive systems

• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to maintain, optimize and improve processes and performance, with key indicators such as safety, quality, and cost.

• Review maintenance plans and optimize to drive reliability of equipment.

• Reviews and reads engineering drawings (electrical and mechanical)

• Coach operator skills- on operation and troubleshooting existing process and equipment.

• Build technical procedures for proper operation and maintenance of equipment

• Train other technical resources and needed

• Lead with continuous improvement mindset

• Identify and create Work orders, give technical feedback on work performed

• Improve / Create necessary task list

• Ability to work as a team and lead as an individual

• Positive conflict resolution skills

• Strong focus on production reliability improvements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-4 years Electrical and/or Mechanical experience or completion of Technical Degree

• Strong Mechanical skills

• Electrical skills (basic electrical circuits, 480V power distribution, industrial wiring)

• Knowledge and use of electrical test equipment

• Welding, Fabrication and Machining skills

• Ability to analyze problem and make decisions

• Knowledge on how to properly use tools

• Ability to self-manage

• Trouble shooting electrical and mechanical problems

• Knowledge on motors, pumps, drives, and sensors

• Ability to work independently

• Solid work ethic and self-motivated

• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)