Maintenance Specialist - Controls & Robotics

Dev; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maintenance solutions provider is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to manage complex control systems and conduct preventive maintenance activities. The ideal candidate should have an associate degree or equivalent work experience, alongside strong proficiency in predictive technologies. Responsibilities include analyzing electrical and mechanical systems, training technicians, and adhering to safety standards. This position is based in Salisbury, North Carolina and emphasizes a commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent (GED).
• Associate degree with a technical focus and 7 years of related experience in a specific industry; or, 10 years of experience in a specific industry.
• Proficiency in predictive technologies including vibration analysis or laser interferometer operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert level break-fix and preventive maintenance.
• Program, troubleshoot and analyze complex control systems.
• Utilize predictive equipment for analysis and maintenance.

Skills

Predictive technologies

Electrical systems analysis

Mechanical systems knowledge

Use of hand tools

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Associate degree with technical focus

Tools

Vibration analysis tools

Laser interferometer

Job description

Maintenance Specialist - Controls & Robotics

Full-time

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with Advanced Technology Services to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.

Company Name: Advanced Technology Services

Founded in 1985, ATS is a company with a presence in the United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom. We are professionals in Industrial Maintenance and we make factories run better.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert level break-fix and preventive maintenance, and/or design of mechanical and electrical equipment improvements as well as complex systems as the employee’s job specialty requires. Provide troubleshooting support on equipment and technical support on production lines as appropriate. Maintain in-depth technical knowledge of numerous systems as the employee’s job specialty requires. Perform research and procedures as the employee’s job specialty requires.
• Program, troubleshoot and analyze complex control systems to resolve in-depth software/hardware and configuration problems.
• Utilize predictive equipment and interpret results for analysis, equipment condition assessment, troubleshooting and proactive maintenance, including but not limited to infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, power quality analysis, laser interferometry, ball bar, and vibration analysis.
• Lead, drive and participate in CI activities—processes, results and cost savings using CI tools and methodology.
• Identify and source parts, supplies and repair items as necessary. Suggest alternative items and engineered solutions to improve reliability.
• Independently perform maintenance as per industry standards.
• Comply with 5S and housekeeping standards.
• May be required to set up and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts. May perform welding tasks.
• Study and investigate technical and systems methods, tools, and innovations that can be implemented in ATS sites to improve maintenance practices and update documentation.
• Prepare input for cost analysis for new equipment, repair/rebuild proposals, cost savings and innovations as required.
• Update records and review CMMS history and analyze data.
• Provide technical contents of sales quotations and perform T&M duties as required.
• Train and coach less proficient technicians. Assume project manager responsibilities as assigned.
• Complete and conduct on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development.
• Follow all safety-related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions and guidelines. Maintain situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent (GED).
• Associate degree with a technical focus and 7 years of related experience in a specific industry; or, 10 years of experience in a specific industry.
• Proficiency in predictive technologies including vibration analysis or laser interferometer operations, precision alignments, and maintenance of applicable process equipment.
• Understand electrical, mechanical, fluid power and control systems. Can analyze problems, synthesize alternative solutions, and perform repairs.
• Must be able to use hand tools and specialized tools as appropriate.
• May be required to travel.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, ascend/descend or balance to heights that may require a ladder or lift; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to use close vision and color vision. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Work is typically performed in a factory environment and is usually very loud. In the factory environment, the employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and/or greasy or slippery factory floors.

ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of age, color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other legally protected status.