Dedicated Maintenance Technician

VT Industries, Inc.; Holstein (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program ($1,500)

Attendance bonus ($100/mo)

Second shift premium ($2)

Job summary

VT Industries, Inc. is seeking a Dedicated Maintenance Technician I to troubleshoot and repair production equipment across electrical, PLC/control, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and plumbing/building systems.

You will work in a designated plant area, perform daily inspections, and write/work orders to maintain uptime. The role requires strong knowledge of electrical circuits, pneumatic/hydraulic systems, and ladder logic, with a minimum of 5 years in manufacturing maintenance and 2 years on

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years’ experience on mechanical/electrical equipment (installation, maintenance, troubleshooting)
• Understanding of electrical circuits and pneumatic/hydraulic systems
• Over-time as required
• Attend and be punctual
• Able to work weekends if necessary
• Valid driver’s license
• PLC & Welding skills are a plus
• Adhere to VT Industries’ Code of Conduct and Attendance Policy

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot problems/breakdowns on production equipment and perform proper repairs
• Complete daily inspections and write work orders
• Locate parts and submit purchase orders as needed
• Communicate machine issues to operators and supervisors
• Work on assigned work orders and prep/organize parts
• Learn MP2 navigation and use for inventory/work orders/on-site requests
• Complete daily paperwork for walk-throughs/breakdowns/work orders
• Collaborate with team and communicate via shift pass-downs
• Follow VT safety policies including LOTO and restricted space procedures
• Be proficient with shop tools and equipment, and work from ladders with safety harness
• Assist in other areas as needed
• Participate in daily team meetings

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC & control systems

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulic & pneumatic systems

Welding

Tools proficiency

Education

High school diploma or better

Technical/vocational training

Tools

MP2 maintenance software

Job description

The Dedicated Maintenance Technician I troubleshoots problems/breakdowns on production equipment making proper repairs as necessary. The technician will be solely responsible for one area of the plant. Repairs include but are not limited to: electrical, PLC/Control System, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Plumbing/building.

Wages starting at $27.66 / hour

(2nd shift Premium - $2.00)

Schedules:

1st shift: Monday - Friday | 6:00am - 3:30pm

2nd shift: Monday - Friday |3:00pm - 1:30am (Available)

3rd shift: Sunday | 9:00pm - 6:30am Monday - Thursday |10:00pm - 6:30am (Available)

$1,500 Referral Program

$100 Monthly Perfect Attendance Bonus

Job Description

Trouble-shoot problems / breakdowns on production equipment making proper repairs as necessary.

These repairs and troubleshooting include but are not limited to:

• Electrical
• PLC / Control System
• Mechanical
• Plumbing / Building

Other duties assigned by supervisor or lead.

Complete daily inspections (DW’s) on equipment in area, making immediate repairs if necessary, writing work orders, locating parts, submitting PO’s if needed.

• Communicate with production operators, supervisors about machine problems and taking necessary actions address.
• Work on assigned work orders, doing prep work, locating parts, ordering parts.
• Understanding of computers, navigation, Word/Text/XL document editing. File handling.
• Will learn MP2 (maintenance management system) navigation. Inventory/Work orders/On-Site requests/etc.
• Must complete Daily Walkthrough/Breakdown/Work Order paperwork in a timely fashion every day.
• Must communicate with other team members via written pass downs at the end of each shift.
• Follow all VT safety policies and practices including LOTO and Restricted Space Troubleshooting procedures.
• Become arc flash certified through VT’s LMS and TPC training programs.
• Participate in daily team meetings.
• Must be proficient in the use of shop equipment and hand tools.
• Must be able to work from ladders or elevated work surfaces while wearing a safety harness.
• May be required to perform Preventative Maintenance on equipment in the area.
• Will need to be able to work with production on arranging time to work on or PM equipment.
• Will need to be able to assist in other areas if help is needed.

Position Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing environment or similar position.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working on mechanical and/or electrical equipment (installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting).
• Understanding of electrical circuits and pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Will need to be able to work over-time as required.
• Be dependable with a commitment to attendance and punctuality.
• Be able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment including weekends (if necessary).
• Valid driver’s license.
• PLC & Welding skills a plus.
• All team members are expected to follow the Code of Conduct to the highest standards as well as to adhere to the Attendance Policy of VT Industries

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Influencing Others

Intermediate

Communication

Advanced

Preferred

Maintenance

Advanced

Behaviors

Required

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

High School or better.

Technical/other training or better.

Experience

Required

2-4 years:

Electrical Background

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