Industrial Maintenance Technician: PLC & Equipment Expert

TotalEnergies Group; Wytheville (VA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson in Wytheville, VA seeks an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to inspect, troubleshoot and repair complex machinery used in rubber, plastics, extrusion manufacturing. You will perform preventive maintenance, read wiring diagrams and blueprints, and maintain accurate records.

Some welding may be required after hours; an electric license is desirable though not required. Responsibilities include installing and adjusting parts, repairing or replacing defective components, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year technical school in applied trades is required.
• 2–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in rubber, plastics, injection or extrusion manufacturing.
• Proven experience with complex electrical/controls troubleshooting and equipment installation/commissioning.
• Electric license is desirable.
• Ability to read manuals, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Observe devices and equipment operation and troubleshoot problems.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment for repairs.
• Inspect parts for dimensional changes.
• Install/adjust functional parts; lubricate and perform preventive maintenance.
• Interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
• Update maintenance records and parts usage for planning.

Skills

PLCs

Motor controls

Pneumatic systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Equipment installation

Basic computer literacy

Education

Associate degree in technical trades

Job description

The Maintenance Technician is a multi-skilled craftsperson responsible for repairing and maintaining

machinery, plants and equipment within the facility. He/she receives job assignments and reports

results to the Maintenance Group Leader assigned to each respective shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Observes devices and equipment in operation and troubleshoots problems.

· Dismantles and reassembles equipment to make necessary repairs.

· Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.

· Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.

· Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.

· Repairs or replaces defective parts. Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.

Lubricates and cleans parts. Performs routine preventive maintenance (lubrication, filter

· Working knowledge of PLCs (program/modify logic), motor controls, and pneumatic/hydraulic

systems

· Performs various electro-mechanical maintenance functions. Performs electrical

troubleshooting (motors, starters, sensors, relays) up to 480V

· Sets up and operates drill press, grinder and other metal working tools to make and repair

parts.

· Performs basic housekeeping and organization of maintenance shop/parts area

· Updates Maintenance (software) records with accurate diagnostics and parts usage to support

planning

· Interprets technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and blueprints

· Other job duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year technical school studying applied trades,

plus 2–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in rubber, plastics, injection or

extrusion manufacturing. Proven experience with complex electrical/controls troubleshooting

and equipment installation/commissioning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability

required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform

the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

No certificates or license is required (electric license desired), the employee must cover the essential

duties and have the experience to prove it, also be willing to further his education with any experience

that will help him perform his job in a more efficient manner (after work hours welding classes, after

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

TEAM SKILLS:

Demonstrated team-building skills such as cooperation, information sharing, task sharing, timely

completion of assignments, good listening and communication skills and overall respect for other

team members

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to

write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group

situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read

and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure

manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions,

percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Basic computer literacy (email, navigation, data entry). Ability to receive, read, and close out work

orders. Can log downtime, parts used, and completion notes accurately

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where

only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written,

oral, diagram, electric diagram or schedule form.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid

conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, risk of electrical

shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee

to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made

to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands

to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally

required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee

must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth

perception, and ability to adjust focus.

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

Actively support our Health Safety and Environmental policy, immediately report all Safety hazards

and correct them when safely able to do so.

Participate in all required Safety Training, meetings, inspects, and use all required PPE.