Industrial Maintenance Technician 2 - 3rd Shift

Rocket Lab; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a full-time Operations Maintenance Technician 2 at their Olathe, KS location. The successful candidate will handle daily maintenance operations and perform repairs of equipment while ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates with a technical degree or significant experience in maintenance are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Benefits program eligibility

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years maintenance experience or a qualified technical trade program with 1 year of experience.
• Knowledge of conveyor equipment and industrial controls.
• Experience with electro-mechanical systems and plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operations and moderately complex repairs in Manufacturing and Warehousing/Shipping areas.
• Analyze opportunities for cost and quality improvements.
• Mentor less experienced Maintenance Technicians.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

Associate’s Degree in a technical related field

Technical School Certification

Tools

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Operations Maintenance Technician 2 in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for executing the daily operations of maintenance of common and/or moderately complex repairs of equipment in Manufacturing and Warehousing/Shipping areas within Operations.

Essential Functions

• Capable of applying industry standards and procedures to develop, implement, and document operational processes
• Work safely and follow all safety policies
• Proficient use and knowledge of engineering tools
• Perform small projects and/or sub-projects as part of a greater project under the direction of a supervisor or mentor and able to work in conjunction with service providers
• Analyze opportunities for cost and quality improvements
• Completely execute Lock Out/Tag Out of equipment
• Provide reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques
• Identify process/quality improvements and offer suggestions for improvement
• Demonstrate ability to identify & fix problems within a given trade
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
• Serve as a mentor to less experienced Maintenance Technicians (Maintenance Level 1)
• Cleanliness zone area requirements: This position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn for an entire shift to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a technical related field OR a minimum of 2 years maintenance experience OR completion/certification of a qualified technical trade program AND a minimum of 1 year demonstrated experience
• Successfully demonstrates knowledge of all skills from Level 1 plus the ability to trouble shoot mechanical/electrical machines and assemblies, operate within work order/PM database and process instructions, parts warehousing & organization, water softener operation, and general plumbing
• Experience with conveyor equipment, live rollers, belts, electric motors, sensors, pneumatic equipment and industrial controls
• Electro-mechanical experience
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and test equipment

Desired Qualifications

• Technical School Certification in Electronics, Industrial or Maintenance Technology or related facilities degree
• Refrigerant license
• Electrical Journeyman license
• 5+ years related experience
• Experience with automated assembly, testing, and conveying equipment

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits