Field Fabrication Maintenance Specialist — Robotics & Welding

VIKING FABRICATION SERVICES LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VIKING FABRATION SERVICES LLC is seeking a Fabrication Maintenance Specialist to support maintenance needs for fabrication operations across an assigned location and territory. The role collaborates with engineering, operations, and fabrication leadership to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

You will provide hands-on maintenance, support preventive and predictive programs, assist with installations, and act as a technical resource for fabrication teams in the region.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of maintenance experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining industrial or manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with welding and fabrication of steel components.
• Experience with automated or semi-automated welding equipment strongly preferred.
• Experience with robotics, PLC-controlled equipment, and/or PLC programming preferred.
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and the ability to apply appropriate safety practices within the scope of maintenance responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Viking Engineering in the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of preventive and predictive maintenance programs, schedules, and processes for fabrication equipment.
• Provide maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical support for fabrication equipment, including welding equipment, robotic systems, PLC-controlled equipment, threading and grooving machines, and saws.
• Diagnose equipment issues and perform troubleshooting and problem-solving activities with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and implement practical solutions to equipment issues to minimize downtime and improve performance.
• Prioritize maintenance projects and activities based on operational needs and leadership direction.
• Perform fabrication equipment maintenance for the assigned location and support other facilities as needed.
• Partner with Engineering and other specialists to maintain consistent fabrication maintenance practices.
• Develop equipment-related training programs and provide training to managers or operators.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding equipment

Robotics

PLC-controlled equipment

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Education

2 Year Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

VIKING FABRATION SERVICES LLC is seeking a Fabrication Maintenance Specialist to support maintenance needs for fabrication operations across an assigned location and territory. The role collaborates with engineering, operations, and fabrication leadership to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

You will provide hands-on maintenance, support preventive and predictive programs, assist with installations, and act as a technical resource for fabrication teams in the region.