Industrial Electrician

Postalloy® Hardface Technologies; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Postalloy® Hardface Technologies is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep machinery running per specifications and support facility systems. The role involves troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, parts management, and collaboration with contractors for repairs and installations.

Responsibilities include operating PLC programs, fabricating parts as needed, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment with strong 5S adherence. Domestic travel may be required, and a valid license is needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary degree preferred.
• Technical training in electrical/industrial electronics or HVAC is highly preferred.
• Experience reading schematics/blueprints and working with motors, pumps, and circuits.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment to maximize uptime.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Order replacement parts and maintain stock to minimize downtime.
• Fabricate parts for machinery as needed.
• Assist with PLC programming and adjustments on equipment.
• Coordinate with outside contractors for repairs and installations.
• Perform general facilities maintenance and uphold 5S practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical repair

Read schematics

PLC basics

Blueprints

Motors & pumps

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training in electrical/industrial electronics/HVAC

Post-secondary degree preferred

Tools

Industrial electronics

PLC programming

3-phase electrical systems (480V)

Job description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for keeping all machinery up and running to the equipment specifications, as well as maintaining the facility and all the ancillary support equipment. In addition, the position is critical to new equipment design and installation.

CORE & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinates repairs with manufacturing to maximize uptime and efficiencies and have equipment meet organizational standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility support systems.
• Order replacement parts as needed.
• Maintains adequate amount of replacement parts to maximize efficiencies.
• Fabricate parts for machinery as needed.
• Assist in operating and adjusting PLC and programs on equipment as directed.
• Work with outside contractors on repairs, installations and engineering designs.
• Perform general facilities maintenance, including replacing light bulbs, changing filters, painting, and completing routine repairs.
• Consistently applies 5S practices throughout the plant (5S methodology stands for "Sort", "Set In order", "Shine", "Standardize" and "Sustain").
• Ensures all safety and environmental policies and procedures are consistently demonstrated
• Maintains a positive atmosphere and a clean working area.
• Performs all other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Possession of at least a high school diploma or GED is required and a post-
  secondary degree is preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
• Vocational school or technical training in electrical ,industrial electronics, and HVAC is preferred. Ability to read equipment schematics and blue prints.
• Proven knowledge in motors, pumps and circuit boards.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record which is acceptable to our insurance provider to operate company vehicles and trucks.
• Must be able to preform electrical repairs on industrial equipment with 480v 3 phase motors.
• Demonstrated aptitude for problem-solving; ability to determine solutions. Must be results-orientated and able to work both independently and within a team environment. Must work effectively with divergent types of people.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Driving is a requirement for this position. Therefore, must have the ability to travel domestically via operating a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver license and driving record which is acceptable to our insurance provider.
• Must have a vehicle in good working condition and ensure it meets all safety, insurance, and legal requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to communicate orally in a clear, concise, and effective manner with co-workers and management in face‑to‑face and group settings. Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance at the facility. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Use of office equipment such as a personal computer and mobile devices may be required. Sit, stand, and/or walk for extended time periods. Must frequently lift, maneuver, and/or pivot up to 65 pounds and occasionally lift, maneuver and/or pivot more than 100 pounds with assistance. Hearing and vision required to be within normal ranges. Ability to accurately distinguish color variation. Read at, above, and below shoulder height. Frequently stoop, kneel, or crouch. The manufacturing plant is not climate controlled. Ability to work overtime, call‑in, and flexible schedules/shifts. Maintains a positive attitude and contributes to a positive work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes, chemicals and/or airborne particles, high pressure fluids, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, protected veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with The Company., please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information.