Maintenance Tech 2 - 2nd Shift

Roper Pump Company; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Roper Pump Company is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to support production equipment in a manufacturing environment. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and ensure equipment operates at peak efficiency.

Responsibilities include reading schematics, using a CMMS for work orders, and following NFPA 70E, LOTO, and PPE protocols. The role requires a two-year maintenance degree or equivalent experience and a hands-on,

Qualifications

• Read and interpret mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic prints and inspection equipment.
• NFPA 70E awareness, DMM/megger use, basic PLC/HMI navigation (Allen-Bradley/Siemens).
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical to device level and replace components as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on production machines.
• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Replace faulty electrical components such as relays, switches, motors.
• Repair mechanical and drive components; service VFDs and drives.
• Use CMMS to manage work orders and document notes.
• Adhere to NFPA 70E, LOTO, PPE and safety policies.
• Move and install equipment; maintain building systems as required.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC/HMI basics

Sensors & I/O

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

VFD fundamentals

Safety compliance

Education

Two year degree in maintenance

HS diploma or GED + 5 years maintenance experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Follow LOTO, PPE, machine guarding, and confined space rules as applicable.

Electrical safety awareness; apply NFPA 70E approach boundaries and arc-flash labels (voltage testing only within authorization).

Use CMMS for work orders, parts, and documentation; maintain accurate as-found/as-left notes.

Keep schematics, SDS, and OEM manuals current; escal code/permit questions to EHS/Facilities.

Has extensive knowledge in preventive maintenance systems and proven repair processes for equipment used in manufacturing and assembly processes.

Able to conduct required repairs on production machines. Hands-on machine repair experience preferred.

Trouble shoots and repairs mechanical machine problems. Observes machines in operation and uses diagnostic skills to locate and make repairs.

Conduct equipment repairs in a timely manner in order to maintain operation efficiency.

Makes minor electrical repairs to machines and equipment and adjusts parts and instrument controls.

Replace faulty electrical components such as relays, switches, motors, and sensing devices.

Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components for machines and equipment.

Lubricates and cleans parts and cleans around work areas.

Initiates purchase orders for parts and machines.

Moves and installs machines and related equipment and maintains building systems as required.

Follows and adheres to company safety policies and practices and maintains good housekeeping.

Other duties may be assigned.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Wear safety eye glasses and steel-toed shoes. Uses hearing protection, as needed and follows proper lifting techniques. Participates in hazard communication training and is knowledgeable of plant emergency procedures.

Has an industrial truck operator license for motorized pallet jack and forklift. Can perform daily sling and hoist inspection.

QUALIFICATIONS

Electrical troubleshooting to device level: trace circuits from mains to VFD/motor; replace contactors, overloads, power supplies.

PLC/HMI basics: navigate ladder logic online (read-only), force I/O when authorized, back up/upload programs under established SOPs.

Sensors & I/O: diagnose and replace proximity/limit switches, encoders, photoeyes; scale 4-20 mA/0-10 V signals.

Drives & motors: parameter check and basic tuning on VFDs (accel/decel, current limits); megger motors when permitted.

Pneumatics/hydraulics: identify valves, regulators, FRLs; fix common leaks, replace seals/hoses, set pressures to spec.

Machine tool subsystems: coolant pumps, chip conveyors, mist collectors, lube systems - diagnose power/control faults.

Facilities: air compressor/dryer routine service, HVAC filter changes, lighting circuits (ballasts/LED drivers).

Fire/life safety: monthly extinguisher checks, eyewash/shower flush logs, assist with fire alarm panel testing coordination.

Environmental: operate Abcore per SOP (start/stop, flow settings); change filters/coalescers; sample and log pH/clarity.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A two year degree in maintenance and three years of operations maintenance experience or a HS diploma (GED) and five years of experience in maintenance for a manufacturing / assembly operation. A certification in mechanical and/or electrical systems is a plus. Must be able to read, use and/or interpret mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic prints, and inspection equipment.

NFPA 70E awareness, DMM/megger use, basic PLC/HMI navigation (Allen-Bradley/Siemens), VFD fundamentals.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos. Has ability to present information in small group situations to supervisors and other employees.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Has ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Able to work overtime when required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, lubricating chemicals, and heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.