Automation & Electrical Maintenance Tech

American Woodmark Corp.; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

American Woodmark Corp. Maintenance Technicians provide highly technical electrical, mechanical, and control system maintenance support to ensure safe and reliable operation of equipment in a rapidly evolving automated environment.

As a team member you will perform preventative maintenance and support production with professional, prompt service, contributing to the continuous improvement of equipment and processes while adhering to safety guidelines and company policies.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in mechanical and automation technologies.
• Ability to read mechanical prints and electrical schematics.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical controls including motor starters, relays, control wiring, variable frequency drives, sensors, and both AC and DC motors as well as Programmable Logic Controllers.
• Troubleshooting mechanical systems and components including conveyors, pumps, valves, pneumatics, bearings, seals, and power transmission system components such as gearboxes, belt and chain drives with some hydraulics.
• Read and interpret schematics, manuals, blueprints, and other technical documents.
• Support the Preventive Maintenance program by performing PM activities and assisting in continuous program improvement.
• Provide written and oral communication to manufacturing team leaders and management.
• Support Engineering projects for both new equipment installations and improvements to existing installations.
• Safely perform work, including adherence to policies such as lock-out / tag-out, and any other safety guidelines required by American Woodmark.
• Facilitate coordination of OEM services and parts with Maintenance Planning and Parts departments.
• Communicate with all levels of Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Engineering.
• Execute Preventive and Corrective Maintenance work orders.
• Be ready and willing to further your skills when training is available.
• Able to work with little supervision.

Skills

Read schematics

Electrical/automation understanding

Communication skills

Education

Mechatronics degree

Related mechanical degree

Job description

American Woodmark Corp. Maintenance Technicians provide highly technical electrical, mechanical, and control system maintenance support to ensure safe and reliable operation of equipment in a rapidly evolving automated environment.

As a team member you will perform preventative maintenance and support production with professional, prompt service, contributing to the continuous improvement of equipment and processes while adhering to safety guidelines and company policies.