ASU Maintenance Technician - Lakeland, FL

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc. seeks an ASU Maintenance Technician in Lakeland, FL to perform preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and piping systems to ensure safe, reliable operation of air separation plants. Travel may be required to other locations.

The role supports plant operations, may cover Plant Operator duties, and requires reading diagrams, using CMMS MAPS, and coordinating with management and vendors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1-3 years technical degree or equivalent industry experience required.
• 4-6 years maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience with compressors (centrifugal, reciprocating, screw), pumps, valves and expanders preferred.
• Experience with CMMS MAPS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment inspections and preventive maintenance (PM) activities.
• Troubleshoot and evaluate equipment malfunctions and coordinate corrective actions.
• Read process diagrams, wiring schematics and equipment manuals.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Technical degree or equivalent

Tools

MAPS CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

ASU Maintenance Technician - Lakeland, FL

JOB TITLE – ASU Maintenance Technician salary range $32.00 to $38.00 per hour

The ASU Maintenance Technician is responsible forensuring the proper predictive, preventative and corrective maintenance ofmechanical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, structural and piping systems is performedas necessary to achieve the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the airseparation plants. The Maintenance Technician may also be required to performthe duties of a Plant Operator as needed to cover vacations, sick time, etc.

This position reports directly to the ASU PlantManager.

Essential Function

• Perform equipment inspections and preventativemaintenance (PM) activities, including analysis of operational data, tomaintain equipment in optimum condition.
• Implement or oversee the corrective maintenance(repair/replacement) of all process equipment.
• Trouble shoot and evaluate equipmentmalfunctions. Coordinate with plant management to determine andimplement proper corrective action.
• Utilize and assist with the administration of theCompany CMMS (MAPS) to schedule and document all preventative and correctivemaintenance tasks.
• Keep all shops and areas where work is being performedin a clean and orderly condition utilizing 5S principles.
• Adhere to all Safety, Health and Environmental policiesand procedures. Be Safety Conscious at all times and practice InterdependentBehavior.
• Communicate with contractors and vendors to solicitquotes, order parts, and coordinate work to be performed by them.
• Assist with the research, selection and negotiation ofpurchases for suitable plant equipment.
• Read and interpret process diagrams, wiring schematics,technical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Travel to assist with maintenance activities at otherCompany locations when needed.
• Be on-call as required. Work nights and weekends whennecessary.
• Perform routine calibration of analytical testequipment and document properly.
• Prepare and maintain Company production and qualityrecords to conform to regulations of the FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO Quality Systemsand any other governing bodies as required.
• Monitor and adjust air separation plant processcontrols to meet product specifications and production goals.
• Assist with startups and shutdowns of the plants in asafe manner as directed by plant management due to operating conditions andbusiness needs.
• Complete all required training as directed in a timelymanner.
• Perform cooling water treatment testing, documentresults and make adjustments to water chemistry controls as necessary tooptimize.
• Participate in the maintenance and updating of plantand equipment work instructions.

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High School Diploma Req

Work Experience

• 1-3 years Technical Degree or equivalent industry experience Required
• 4-6 years maintenance experience within a manufacturingenvironment Required
• Experience with compressors (centrifugal,reciprocating, screw), pumps, valves and expanders Preferred
• Experience with the implementation and administrationof Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in the safe operation of general hand andpower tools. Welding skills a plus
• Proficient in the use of precision measuringinstruments including micrometers, calipers, feeler gauges, dial indicatorsand torque wrenches
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic pipe fittingskills
• Ability to read and interpret process diagrams, wiringschematics, technical drawings and equipment manuals. Ability to utilizethese skills to trouble shoot and evaluate equipment malfunctions anddetermine appropriate corrective action
• Basic knowledge of electricity, motors and electricalsystems
• The ability to use a digital multimeter introubleshooting low voltage systems
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office includingOutlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Licenses and Certifications

Licenses/Certifications Licenses/Certification Details Time Frame Required/ Preferred

DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Valid Driver’s License and Clean Driving Record Upon Hire Required

The company is an Equal OpportunityEmployer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth underEEOC. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AAM/F/VET/Disability.