Equipment Maintenance Technician I

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

ESOP

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Family leave

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Pullman, WA, is seeking an entry-level maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and assist with quick repairs.

You will follow established procedures, document activities, and work under supervision while developing skills in electronics, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Basic knowledge of electronics, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and Access.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform preventive maintenance of basic complexity on manufacturing equipment.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and repair during preventive maintenance and reactive calls.
• Enter and maintain accurate entries in the equipment maintenance database.
• Follow SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Work under supervision to complete tasks.

Skills

Teamwork

Learning agility

Communication

Documentation

Following directions

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Education

Associates degree in electronic technology or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Independently perform preventive maintenance of basic complexity on manufacturing equipment.
2. Perform basic troubleshooting and repair of issues found during preventive maintenance and reactive calls.
3. Work under the guidance of Supervisor and Tech IIs and IIIs to complete tasks.
4. Enter and maintain accurate entries in the equipment maintenance database.
5. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
6. Understand. Create. Simplify.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree in electronic technology or equivalent experience
• Basic understanding of electronic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic technology and theory
• Experience maintaining and performing preventive maintenance on production equipment
• Basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics
• Basic knowledge of modern test equipment used to diagnose equipment failures
• Expertise in Excel, Word, and Access
• Ability to accept and understand direction, learn new skills and assume new responsibilities with a positive attitude
• Ability to perform assigned tasks under direct guidance
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment, including analog, digital, and microprocessor circuits as well as vision and robotics systems.
• Basic knowledge of programming automated production equipment.
• Basic knowledge of printed circuit board assembly, mechanical assembly, and cable assembly processes.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and maneuver 40 pounds
• Pull weight from high/low shelves
• Reach
• Bend
• Grip
• Twist
• Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours
• Fine finger dexterity

Benefits

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees. We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options. We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay. We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range

Pay Range Data - $34.81-$51.39 Our compensation ranges are based on the responsibilities of the role. Starting pay is determined individually and considers factors such as relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and training. Candidates may be considered at different levels based on their background. As a result, pay may vary to align with the level of the role.

Equal Opportunity

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

About SEL

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.