Lead Maintenance Technician

Highline Aftermarket; McDonough, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Highline Aftermarket seeks a Lead Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team in McDonough, GA. You will be a senior member of the maintenance group with extensive knowledge across systems and equipment, taking a leadership role in coordinating and prioritizing maintenance activities.

Responsibilities include leading troubleshooting, implementing preventive maintenance, and guiding technicians I and II.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Proficiency with reading and interpreting technical instructions and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team and coordinate priority of tasks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues; perform root-cause analysis.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and procedures.
• Oversee installation, calibration, and maintenance of control systems (PLC).
• Document actions and communicate effectively with teams and management.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to optimize equipment performance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Safety consciousness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

PLC programming tools

Diagnostics equipment

Job description

As a Lead Maintenance Technician, you will be a senior member of the maintenance team and will have extensive knowledge and experience in a variety of systems and equipment. In addition to performing advanced maintenance and repair tasks, you will take a leadership role in coordinating and prioritizing maintenance activities.

All essential functions of a Maintenance Technician I and Maintenance Technician II.

Demonstrate advanced expertise and experience in maintenance and repair tasks.

Take a lead role in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.

Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and procedures.

Conduct in-depth inspections and analysis to identify root causes of equipment failures.

Oversee the installation, calibration, and maintenance of control systems.

Utilize specialized diagnostic tools and software to diagnose and rectify problems.

Installs, programs, troubleshoots, and repairs programmable logic controller (PLC).

Performs electrical wiring from low voltage through 480-volt 3 phase industrial systems.

Provide technical guidance and training to Maintenance Technician I and Maintenance Technician II team members.

Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize equipment performance and reliability.

Stay updated with industry advancements and emerging technologies related to maintenance.

Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

Maintain good housekeeping and regularly clean work area, machines, and equipment.

Identify and contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.

Maintain an open and candid working relationship with immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.

Adhere to established company values, practices, policies, and procedures at all times. Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.

Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

An individual qualified for this job must be able to:

• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Accurately multiply, divide, add, and subtract whole numbers to resolve practical problems.
• Operate a computerC proficiency; use spreadsheets and reporting software effectively.
• Wear/use required PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as directed.
• Use a logical approach to troubleshooting issues and prioritizing production needs.
• Recognize problems when they occur and to work toward the solution of those problems.
• Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
• Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers. Present information clearly and accurately.
• Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities, and job knowledge.
• Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
• Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
• Use equipment, resources, and time in an efficient and effective manner.
• Use good judgment when making decisions.
• Perform work in a safe manner at all times.
• Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers, and vendors.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS

An individual qualified for this job must have and maintain the following qualifications:

In additional to Maintenance Technician I and Maintenance Technician II qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, mechanical maintenance), or any satisfactory combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties.
• Journeyman electrical license is a plus.
• Extensive experience in maintenance and repair of complex machinery and systems.
• In-depth knowledge of advanced maintenance techniques, including predictive and condition-based maintenance.
• Proficiency in using specialized tools and equipment for diagnosing and repairing complex issues.
• Experience managing maintenance projects, including planning, budgeting, and coordinating resources.
• Strong leadership skills to supervise and train junior technicians.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to identify root causes of equipment failures and implement effective solutions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally climb stairs to retrieve stock items.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.
• Repetitive grasping with hands.
• Walking and/or standing up to 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week if applicable.
• Frequent pushing, pulling, and reaching following recommended standards.

ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS

The environmental conditions described here are representative of those the associate encounters while performing the Essential Functions of the job.

The individual will be expected to work in a manufacturing plant environment, which may include being exposed to work in high, precarious, and confined spaces, outdoor weather conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, and extreme heat. Typical noise level is loud. The individual may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.

ADA/ADAAA

The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Amendments.

Disclaimer

Note that this is not an employment contract and does not in any way constitute a job offer or alter the at-will status of employment at Highline Warren. Nothing in this job description restricts management right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.