Maintenance Tech

PalletOne, Inc; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Alabama is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, and install equipment and facilities under direct supervision. This entry-level role involves keeping records and assisting with special projects.

Responsibilities include routine preventive maintenance, inspecting and repairing mechanical equipment, adhering to OSHA rules, and applying lock-out/tag-out practices. Candidates should be able to read basic schematics, use common hand and power tools, and work well

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• 1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Must be able to safely use hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other small tools.
• Willing to learn how to use measuring equipment to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts (0.001”).
• Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment.

Responsibilities

• This position performs routine tasks including scheduled preventative maintenance assigned by a supervisor.
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Adheres to OSHA requirements in daily activities and follows lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Organizes parts and materials and communicates with the supervisor and team.
• Demonstrates strong troubleshooting skills and teamwork.

Skills

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic equipment

Pneumatic equipment

Presses

Cordless drills

Clamps

Measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers)

Job description

Job Summary

Maintenance Technician maintains, repairs, and installs equipment, machinery, and facilities under direct supervision. Maintains a variety of records; participates in special projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This is the entry-level position for the Maintenance Technician series.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• This position performs routine tasks and duties including performing scheduled preventative maintenance pm assigned by a supervisor
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery using a variety of tools
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities
• Practices safety awareness in all actions, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures for all responsibilities
• Shares information with the supervisor and other team members in a manner that is understandable
• Possesses strong troubleshooting skills
• General knowledge of tools both hand tools and power tools
• Ability to provide personal tools as required
• Must be able to read and understand basic machine schematics with little guidance
• Highly organized with an emphasis on detail
• Organize parts and materials in the proper locations
• Lift, move, push, pull, carry and manipulate large and small materials weighing up to 20lbs frequently and up to 50lbs unaccompanied
• Display a positive team player approach supporting management objectives
• Able to follow directions well
• Display the willingness to learn
• Ability to work with other departments to ensure overall success
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required
• 1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must have the ability to use the following equipment in a safe and effective manner: hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other misc small tools
• Willing to learn how to properly use a variety of measuring equipment to a high level of accuracy of 0.001” to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts; such as digital and dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, levels, angle and depth gages, etc
• Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.