Electro Mechanical Technician ( EMT)

Caliberr Staffing; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing is seeking an Electro Mechanical Technician in Dayton, OH to join a busy plant maintenance team. You will repair and calibrate electrical and mechanical systems, perform diagnostics, and participate in safety protocols to protect personnel.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of EMT experience or a 2-year technical degree with hands-on work, proficient PLC knowledge (Siemens/Allen Bradley), and a strong ability to use CMMS SAP for maintenance records.

Qualifications

• Possess an Associate degree, a relevant maintenance certification, or equivalent practical experience in industrial automation or electrical maintenance.
• 3+ years of Electro Mechanical Technician experience, or 2-year technical degree with 1 year hands-on experience.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose issues, replace parts, and modify equipment to standards.
• Flexible to work overtime as required.
• Proficient in recording data and retrieving technical information on a computer.
• Basic math for system calibrations and repairs.
• Knowledge of rigging and pipefitting techniques.
• Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Advanced PLC-based controls and industrial automation, Siemens or Allen Bradley.
• Familiarity with Arc Flash and LOTO safety regulations.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Able to meet physical demands in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Carry out corrective maintenance and system calibrations to ensure peak performance.
• Maintain safe working environment by following safety protocols (LOTO, PPE, risk assessments, permits).
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues using manuals, schematics, and team expertise.
• Operate diagnostic instruments and tools safely.
• Identify components needed for repairs from BOMs and drawings.
• Make machine adjustments for continuous production support.
• Maintain components such as switchgear, PLCs, motors, VFDs, sensors, and valves.
• Contribute to Mahle Operational Excellence program.
• Record maintenance activities in SAP Plant Maintenance CMMS.
• Complete additional tasks to support department goals.
• Demonstrate professionalism and technical proficiency in all work.

Skills

Electro-mechanical systems

PLC controls

Siemens

Allen Bradley

Troubleshooting

Equipment calibration

LOTO safety

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic principles

Rigging & pipefitting

ARC Flash awareness

SAP Plant Maintenance CMMS

Diagnostics tools

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Education

Associate degree or maintenance certification

Tools

CMMS SAP

Job description

As a key member of our plant maintenance department, the Electro Mechanical Technician (EMT) plays a vital role in ensuring factory operations run smoothly by managing the upkeep, diagnostics, and restoration of our electrical and mechanical systems.

Core Responsibilities

• Execute preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on electrical and mechanical systems within a collaborative team setting.
• Carry out necessary corrective maintenance tasks and system calibrations to ensure peak performance.
• Help maintain a safe working environment for the entire team by strictly adhering to all safety protocols, including LOTO, PPE usage, risk assessments, and permit requirements.
• Leverage all available resources, such as technical manuals, electrical schematics, and team expertise, to effectively troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Operate various tools and diagnostic instruments in a safe and correct manner.
• Determine the specific components needed for repairs by consulting technical documentation, bills of material, and assembly drawings.
• Make necessary machine adjustments to ensure continuous and efficient production support.
• Maintain a wide range of industrial components, including switchgear, PLC automation, motors, VFDs, sensors, and control valves.
• Contribute to the success of the Mahle Operational Excellence system through active participation.
• Record all maintenance activities, repairs, and future requirements within the SAP Plant Maintenance CMMS platform.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned to support department goals.
• Ensure all maintenance work is executed with a high level of professionalism and technical proficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Possess an Associate degree, a relevant maintenance certification, or equivalent practical experience in industrial automation or electrical maintenance.
• Bring at least 3 years of experience as an Electro Mechanical Technician, or a 2-year technical degree combined with 1 year of hands-on experience.
• Demonstrate a track record of diagnosing issues, replacing faulty parts, and modifying equipment to meet operational standards.
• Show flexibility to work overtime hours as the business requires.
• Display proficiency in computer navigation to record data and retrieve necessary technical information.
• Apply basic mathematical skills to assist in system calibrations and mechanical repairs.
• Utilize your working knowledge of rigging and pipefitting techniques.
• Apply your understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic principles to daily tasks.
• Demonstrate an advanced grasp of industrial electricity, including motor controls and basic electrical theory.
• Show advanced expertise in PLC-based controls and industrial automation, specifically with Siemens or Allen Bradley systems.
• Maintain familiarity with Arc Flash and LOTO safety regulations to protect yourself and others.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Utilize strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to overcome technical challenges.
• Meet the physical demands required to perform maintenance duties effectively.
• Leverage your background in high-speed manufacturing environments to drive operational success.