1st Shift Electrical Mechanical Maintenance

The Vollrath Company; Kiel (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vollrath Company in Kiel, Wisconsin seeks an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician to maintain and repair complex electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems across CNC equipment and tooling. You will read blueprints, diagnose PLC installations, perform troubleshooting, and supervise temp staff when needed.

Applicants should have state-certified journeyman status in electrical, millwright, or maintenance; 5+ years in industry; strong math, analytical, and teamwork skills,

Qualifications

• State-certified journeyman electrician, millwright or maintenance mechanic.
• 5+ years as Electro-Mech Technician in an industrial setting.
• Experience in PLC programming and installation.
• Experience with amplifiers, power supplies, test equipment, PLCs, cabling, motors, hydraulic schematics.
• Advanced knowledge and troubleshooting of power presses and metalworking equipment.
• Strong math skills and problem-solving.
• Experience developing and managing preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventative and emergency repairs on CNC equipment, lifts and shop tools.
• Read blueprints and schematics; install or rearrange electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret PLCs and diagnostic relays; diagnose issues.
• Overtime and weekend work as required; supervise temporary staff.
• Provide own basic tools and contribute to housekeeping and safety.

Skills

Journeyman electrician

Millwright

Maintenance mechanic

PLC programming

Electrical wiring

Power hydraulics

Mathematical skills

Preventive maintenance

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

PLC programming tools

Job description

Location:

Vollrath Company, Kiel Wisconsin

Shift:

1st Shift (Hours: Start- 5a to 6am, End- 2:30p to 3:30p)

Pay:

$40.75/hr

Sign-On Bonus:

$5,000

DESCRIPTION:

Perform a wide variety of complex plant and machine maintenance including but not limited to complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic system troubleshooting and major system repair.

• Required to perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on CNC equipment and controls, lift trucks, power hand tools, machine tools, grinders, heating, air conditioning, and pressurized air systems, etc., lubricating, replacing or repairing bearings, belts, gears, machine parts, gauges, motors, electrical components, etc.
• Make complex electrical connections and/or install new or rearranged equipment.
• Design, install, and repair electrical power distribution equipment from single phase to 3 phase industrial grids.
• Initiate corrective action to resolve complex problems and report major malfunctions and continuing difficulties to supervisor.
• Required to read complex blueprints and schematics.
• Perform basic mig, shielded metal arc welding, air arc gouging and work independently with a minimum of direct supervision.
• Recommend and requisition major repair items and ordinary replacement parts.
• Diagnose PLC installations and troubleshoot.
• PLC programming and diagnostic relay logic installation and troubleshooting.
• Required to work overtime on short notice including weekends as well as other non-standard hours.
• Direct activities of temporary assigned help.

Assist And Advise Others As Required.

Perform own material handling

Follow good housekeeping procedure and safety practices.

Perform Other Indoor/outdoor Activities As Required.

Provide own basic tools to efficiently perform job.

Qualifications

• State-certified Journeyman electrician, millwright or maintenance mechanic.
• 5 or more years of direct experience as an Electro-Mech Technician in an industrial setting.
• Experience in PLC programming and installation.
• Knowledge and experience with amplifiers, components, power supplies, test equipment tools, computer-digital concepts, PLC's, cabling, motors, block diagram schematics, advanced hydraulic schematics
• Advanced knowledge & troubleshooting skills in power presses and metal working equipment.
• Strong Mathematical skills.
• Experience in developing and managing a preventative maintenance program.
• Ability to multi-task and stay calm under pressure.
• Display and exercise strong analytical, critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to accept change, new challenges and assignments.
• Ability to work in a team environment.