2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

UTLX; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401k with company match

Short/Long Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Vacation Benefits

Job summary

UTLX is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to ensure proper maintenance of plant facilities and equipment for our 2nd shift in Valdosta, Georgia. You will diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electro/mechanical systems to keep shop operations efficient and safe.

The role requires reading blueprints, handling electrical and mechanical tasks, and passing maintenance tests. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a strong team culture within Marmon Holdings.

Qualifications

• General mechanical background in maintenance.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Able to read blueprints and interpret test equipment.
• Must be able to pass applicable standardized maintenance tests.

Responsibilities

• Installs, inspects, repairs, replaces and maintains repair related equipment and plant systems.
• Evaluates electrical and mechanical problems and repairs per supervisor instructions.
• Works from sketches, drawings, and instructions to install foundations, piping and machinery.
• Fabricates/install guards, ladders, platforms for safe operation.
• Operates plant heating, cooling, ventilation, pumping and compressor systems.
• Dismantles and repairs motors, generators, power distribution and control panels.

Skills

Mechanical background

Blueprint reading

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UTLXAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.Under general supervision, performs moderately complex repair of equipment and facilities electro/mechanical systems. Diagnose, troubleshoot, test and repair facilities equipment failures. May have responsibility for multiple facilities within a geographic region.Who We Are:The Company’s regulatory, engineering and commercial expertise make UTLX the preferred source of railcars and services for many of its customers. Owned by the Marmon Group and Berkshire Hathaway, UTLX headquarters is in Chicago’s financial district, close to major public transportation hubs. UTLX offers competitive compensation and benefits as well as an opportunity to be a part of a top-notch team where enthusiasm, expertise, and progressive thinking are valued.Job Summary:We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to ensure proper maintenance of plant facilities and equipment and to facilitate efficient, safe shop operation for our 2nd shift.Job Responsibilities:This is a general description of the essential functions of this job. This is not an exhaustive list and employees in these classifications frequently may be required to perform additional duties. Not all classifications will be required to perform all job functions.Installs, inspects, repairs, replaces adjusts and maintains all repair related and plant support machinery and equipment, building facilities, related equipment and systems. Evaluates electrical and mechanical problems, and repairs per supervisor’s instructions.Works from sketches, drawings, printed written and oral instructions to install foundations, building components, piping systems, manufacturing machinery and support equipment.Fabricates and/or installs ladders, guards, railings, brackets, platforms, and related items as required for safe and efficient plant operation. Operates plant heating, cooling, ventilation, pumping and compressor systems.Installs conduit, fittings, switches, controls and fixtures and wires and connects electrical equipment as required for new installations or replacement of facilities. Dismantles, inspects, repairs, adjusts or replaces faulty parts and wiring on motors, generators, power distribution and control panels, circuit breakers, rectifiers, electronic devices. Performs work on "hot" lines as required.Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner and reports work hazards.Knowledge and Skills Required:A general mechanical background in maintenance.Have a High School Diploma or GED.Must be able to read blueprints and interpret test equipment such as gauges.Must be able to pass applicable standardized maintenance tests.Working Conditions:Climbs to various heights in order to complete job.Exposed to cuts and bruises in handling equipment and tools. Exposed to electrical shock and work in elevated areas requiring considerable care to prevent falls and injury to others.WHAT WE OFFER: UTLX strives to be the Employer of Choice. Our generous benefits package includes:Medical/Dental/Vision with first in class vendorsHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)Company Paid Benefits: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramVacation Benefits401k with generous company match and additional employer annual contribution.It is the policy of UTLX to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, and to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons in all job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation, gender identify, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected by the law.#LI-DNI#ratePay Range:25.21We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.