Die Cast Maintenance Technician- 3rd shift $29.25 - $34.00

Briggs & Stratton; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, seeks an experienced maintenance professional to troubleshoot and repair plant equipment, electrical and mechanical systems, and building infrastructure in Statesboro, GA. The role emphasizes PLC-based troubleshooting and hands-on preventive maintenance.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of technical experience with mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, plus leadership and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical experience using mechanical, electrical and hydraulic skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to train others and direct work.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills; effective under pressure.
• Knowledge of tooling practices and applications used in maintenance and fabrication.
• Basic computer skills for monitoring and recording maintenance data.
• Fluent in English and able to communicate clearly in the area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment using programmable logic controllers (PLC).
• Performs automation and robotics tasks, machine shop fabrication, and preventative maintenance.
• Collaborates with engineers and outside vendors to resolve complex process or equipment issues cost-effectively.
• Trains employees; assigns and directs work; provides feedback to supervisor on performance; addresses complaints.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced troubleshooting

Leadership

Teamwork & communication

Tooling practices

Basic computer skills

Fluent in English

Education

High School diploma

General Education Degree

Job description

Position Description

Uses advanced technical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair all plant equipment, building and grounds. Performs a wide variety of skilled maintenance work to maintain structures, electrical systems, heating systems, plumbing, machine repair, electrical systems, hydraulics systems for a variety of equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment using programmable logic controllers (PLC)


• Performs various duties relating to automation and robotics, machine shop fabrication, preventative maintenance using specialized equipment and various machining or bench operations to alter and repair tools, fixtures, gauges, and guarding.


• Works closely with engineers and outside vendors to resolve complex process or equipment issues in a cost effective and timely manner.


• Trains employees; assigns and directs work; provides feedback to supervisor regarding employee work performance; addresses complaints and resolves problems.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Skills Requirements

• Advanced troubleshooting skills using mechanical, electrical, hydraulic knowledge


• Demonstrated leadership skills


• Good teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills


• Knowledge of tooling practices and applications


• Basic computer skills


• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Education

High School diploma

General Education Degree

Experience Requirements

• 3 years of technical experience using mechanical, electrical and hydraulic skills

Physical & Environmental Requirements

May be required to lift or carry engines, parts, and/or other materials of various sizes and weights. The supervisor will provide the essential physical requirements of each individual job.

Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to stand and/or walk constantly over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to use power/vibrating tools over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Exposure to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world's largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton, Vanguard, Ferris, Billy Goat, and Branco brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

Nearest Major Market:

Statesboro

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