Maintenance Tech

Alamo Group; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Alamo Group Ag Americas, LLC in Selma, Alabama is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support production equipment maintenance and repair. The role requires basic mechanical skills, use of hand tools, and adherence to safety practices in a non-climate-controlled plant environment.

As part of a manufacturing team, you will perform tasks such as repairing air lines, fixtures, lighting, and conveyors, assist PMs, and ensure equipment is safe and operational.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ maintenance experience or a technical degree preferred.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks such as repairing air leaks, fans, lighting, and general lubrication.
• Assist higher level technicians with PMs and repairs of production equipment.
• Test equipment after maintenance to verify proper operation.
• Maintain safe housekeeping and follow safety procedures.
• Support projects to improve process flow and department efficiency.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Hand tools

Listening to instructions

Basic welding

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Bush hog, RhinoAG and DixieChopper are among the most recognized and successful brands in the Agriculutral and Outdoor Power Equipment Market. Bush Hog is one of the most recognized and successful names in the Agricultural Market. The Maintenance Technician is a key position in the Company and will support and contribute to the company goals of profitability, return on investment, inventory turnover, and accident prevention. The Maintenance Technician, under general supervision, will perform general maintenance task such as repair of air leaks, fans, facility lighting, chain hoist check and minor repairs, lubrication of equipment, and other simple tasks. Work with and assist higher level maintenance technicians with the PM and repairs of production equipment.

Core Competencies for this position include:

• Learning
• People Relations
• Communication
• Results Driven

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Focus, communicate, encourage and contribute to Safety in all aspects of the job and all company meetings
• Competent and resourceful while performing tasks
• Work on special projects; such as but not limited to, rerouting the conveyor, moving machinery, running gas and air lines, fan installations, light installations
• Test and verify proper operation of equipment upon completion of maintenance tasks
• Observe and practice good housekeeping and safe work procedures while performing all assigned duties
• Project work as needed to improve process and department flow
• Assist department supervisor in any projects or processes as needed
• Perform any other duties which may be assigned by Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Basic mechanical skills
• General knowledge of hand tools and their function
• Ability to listen to and/or read instructions and follow them
• Basic welding skills
• Safe forklift and mobile lift equipment operation. Valid Driver’s License (required)

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years’ experience in maintenance or a technical degree, preferred

Working Conditions:

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

This position works in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing plant environment. Must be able to lift, push, carry and/or pull 50 pounds alone; able to stand for extended periods of time (up to 10 hours), able to work in confined spaces and able to climb over 4 feet high. Frequent walking, bending, stooping and lifting required.

Overview

Alamo Group Ag Americas, LLC is currently recruiting for a Maintenance Technician to join the Alamo Group Ag Americas Team in Selma, Alabama.

Alamo Group Ag Americas, Inc., a member of the Alamo Group family of companies, is the leading North American manufacturer of rotary cutters, finishing mowers, landscape tools, and tractor-mounted implements used in the agricultural market. Located in Selma, Alabama for over 70 years, Alamo Group Ag Americas' products have earned an enviable reputation for their ruggedness and durability in the most challenging work environments.

• Alamo Group Ag Americas Inc. offers competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance.

For additional information about Bush Hog, Inc., please visit our company website at www.bushhog.com or check out our Facebook page.

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We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).