Machine Maintenance Technician

KeyStone Staffing Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, responsible for ensuring machinery operation through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and maintaining a safe work environment. Candidates should possess strong mechanical and electrical repair skills, along with a track record of safety. Ideal applicants will have previous machinery maintenance experience or heavy vehicle repair background. This position requires good communication abilities and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Previous Machinery Maintenance and repair experience is required.
• Strong mechanical and electrical repair ability.
• Must be able to work with little to no supervision.
• Must have an excellent work safety record.
• Stable job history.

Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment through preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions of mechanical devices.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices using hand tools.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment.

Skills

Machinery maintenance

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Job description

We have a need for an experienced Maintenance Technician

Job Description

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements

• Previous Machinery Maintenance and repair experience is required - willing to consider candidates who have heavy car or truck repair experience instead.
• Strong mechanical and electrical repair ability.
• Must be able to work with little to no supervision.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow blueprints and schematics.
• Must have an excellent work safety record.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Stable job history.
• Fabrication experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

If you meet the above requirements, please feel free to submit your resume for consideration!