Industrial Maintenance Technician — Hands-on & Impactful

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Alaska; On-site; Full time

Job description

Responsibilities

• Review maintenance work orders, preventive maintenance plans, and daily projects to ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Analyze recurring machinery and equipment problems to develop permanent repair solutions and cost‑saving ideas.
• Perform scheduled preventive and routine maintenance in a timely manner.
• Look up repair parts via prints, spreadsheets, catalogs, or online resources.
• Provide own tools where required (specific facilities only).
• Work on mechanical drive systems such as belts, pulleys, speed reducers, roller chains, sprockets, shafts, and bearings used on conveyor systems and tables.
• Apply strong troubleshooting skills to mechanical components and systems.
• Operate lift truck, scissor lift, boom lift, and other equipment as needed.
• Maintain housekeeping duties in maintenance work areas, wiping down machinery after work.
• Perform facility/building maintenance, repair, and projects as needed in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and components (3‑phase, single‑phase, AC and DC control voltage) including contactors, drives, photo eyes, proximity switches, coils, limit switches, safety switches, fuses, and breakers.
• Replace failed electrical components when needed.
• Replace, repair, or fit pipes and piping systems.
• Apply hydraulic troubleshooting skills to hydraulic systems, control valves, pumps, cylinders, and pressure transducers.
• Follow all company rules, policies, and procedures outlined in the handbook.
• Operate and understand lockout/tagout procedures.
• Follow all safety procedures and practices.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 1 year of technical experience with 1 year in electro‑mechanical/industrial maintenance or minimum 2 years of experience in the field.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills.
• Experience in one skill area of hydraulic, electronics, plumbing, robotics, electrical, mechanical, welding, or general carpentry.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and a clean organized work environment.
• Meets productivity standards, completes work timely, and strives to increase productivity.
• Observes all safety procedures, reports unsafe conditions, and uses equipment and materials properly.
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Works accurately from verbal and written instructions.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disability Employer