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Lhoist North America; Celina (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Match

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Lhoist North America in Ohio is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to inspect, repair, and rebuild plant equipment. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control systems and perform preventive maintenance to keep critical lines running.

Responsibilities include wiring and motor drives, bearing maintenance, and reading schematics/one-line diagrams; work with CMMS to close work orders; and collaborate with a safety-focused team to uphold regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining plant equipment including mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Ability to read one-line diagrams and schematics for troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with CMMS for work orders and safety inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, repairs, and rebuilds on all plant operating equipment.
• Conducts accurate PMs and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues.
• Disassemble and rebuild crushers, screens, and conveyors as needed.
• Install and align bearings, motors, drives, and belts; maintain conveyors.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and control circuits; set up motor drives and AC drives.
• Use electrical test equipment and fabricate/install conduit.
• Manage inventory and ensure parts are available; work with CMMS work orders.
• Maintain safety practices and comply with regulations; flexibility for shift work.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

PLC troubleshooting

One-line diagrams

Control circuits

Read schematics

Tools

CMMS

Multimeters

Megger

Hart communicator

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

Maintenance

• Perform inspections, repairs, and rebuilds on all plant operating equipment.
• Conducts accurate PMs.
• Must be able to troubleshoot, service and repair all plant operating equipment.
• Must be able to disassemble and rebuild all types of crushing, screening, and conveying equipment.
• Understand the installation and maintenance of all types of bearings.
• Perform shaft alignments using precision tools.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems.
• Able to use equipment manuals, parts lists or blueprints to properly install, repair, or order parts.
• Process knowledge of the CMMS System to ensure that work orders and checklists are complete accurately.

Electrical

• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair parts on drives.
• Must be able to troubleshoot hydraulic systems and air cylinders.
• Well versed in troubleshooting PLCs & control circuits.
• Install and align electrical motors.
• Set up & troubleshoot A/C drives.
• Perform routine mechanical tasks. E.g. Replacement of bearings, idlers, dust collector bags, gearboxes, and drive belts will be required.
• Able to troubleshoot control circuits with limited supervision.
• Perform basic electrical calculations.
• Perform tasks with all electrical test equipment (multi meters, meggers, current generators, Hart communicator, etc.)
• Fabricate and install conduit.
• Perform soldering operations.
• Troubleshoot and maintain motor control circuits.

Inventory

• Ensure all inventory parts are correctly charged from store
• Ensure all parts are available before starting job.

Safety

• Must be well versed on all aspects of safety.
• Comply with company, state, and governmental health and safety regulations at all times.
• Complete and document Workplace Inspections in a timely manner.
• Ensure maintenance tools are kept in good condition, repaired or replaced when necessary.

Training

• Upgrade skills by participating in vendor and company-designated training.
• Train on any new equipment installations.

ATTRIBUTES

• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, hydraulics and pneumatics to assist in troubleshooting equipment failures.
• Industrial background with good troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment in an industrial plant is required.
• Read and understand one-line diagrams & schematics.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is desired.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations is required.
• Must have a telephone and be open to callouts.
• Must be able to work extended shift to complete repairs and keep major and critical equipment running.
• Effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, managers, and peers.
• Demonstrate the ability to operate a computer preferred.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license.
• Self-Starter and able to work with minimal supervision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Lift up to 75 pounds.
• Work shift work, seven days a week including holidays and be flexible to schedule changes, including overtime.

Lhoist North America is proud to offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your well-being and future.

Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time. We also offer an attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service to help you plan confidently for the future. We recognize that growth doesn't stop at the workplace. That's why we provide educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development, empowering our employees to reach their full potential.

At Lhoist North America, your success is our investment.

Lhoist North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, respect, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment strengthens our teams and drives innovation. That's why we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive to ensure every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

At Lhoist North America, inclusion isn't just a policy, it's a core part of who we are.