MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Cope Plastics; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Short-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Substantial paid holidays

Immediate time-off earnings

Job summary

Cope Plastics in Alton, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 1st shift. You will perform preventative and reactive maintenance on CNC machinery, troubleshoot and repair equipment, install new power requirements, and maintain detailed maintenance records.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of machinery maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED with technical training, and expertise in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. Forklift experience is required.

Qualifications

• Requires 2–3 years of machinery maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or GED; vocational/technical training preferred.
• Forklift certification/licensing preferred.
• Experience with electricity and plumbing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair CNC machinery.
• Install power requirements and replace faulty receptacles.
• Maintain maintenance records and schedules; address emergencies.

Skills

CNC machines

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

3-phase electrical

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/Vocational Training

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Cope Plastics Inc Alton - Alton, IL 62002Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $30.00 - $35.00 HourlyJob Shift: First ShiftJob Category: ManufacturingWe are looking for a Maintenance Technician in Alton, IL. This position is a 1st shift position.

Maintenance Technicians are responsible for installation and repair of machines (predominantly CNC) in the fabrication facilities. The Maintenance Technician will perform preventative and reactive maintenance on all production equipment and will be expected to maintain a timely schedule as well as address emergency maintenance needs.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains and repairs machinery by using Preventative Maintenance work orders, daily check lists and calls for immediate repairs. This includes all Cope facilities
• Troubleshoots, inspects and diagnoses problems and corrects as necessary
• Installs new power requirements for machinery and replaces broken power receptacles
• Builds new storage racks for corporate location and all branches
• Possess the working knowledge of mechanical/electrical machine practices with the ability to read parts manuals, electrical and mechanical schematics, assembly instructions and troubleshooting guides
• Knowledge of machine design and operation and a familiarity with operating and setting up CNC equipment and assist with installation of new machinery
• Records maintenance and repair work performed

Ideal candidate profile:

• Self-motivated and a hard worker
• Knowledgeable in various maintenance topics including but not limited to electricity, plumbing, mechanics, hydraulics, HVAC, pumps, etc.
• Willing to travel for brief periods of time
• Familiarity with CNC machines
• 3 Phase experience

Why you should apply:

• Competitive benefit package (Group Health & Dental and Vision Insurance)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Substantial paid holiday schedule
• Immediate time-off earnings

QualificationsEducation:

Requires a high school education or GED plus additional specialized training in electrical and welding trades. 2 years of Vocational/Technical School preferred

Experience:

Requires a minimum of two to three (2-3) years of experience in machinery maintenance, electricity and plumbing

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

Forklift, hand tools, welder, grinders, electrical and plumbing equipment, measuring devices

License(s)/Certification(s) Required:

• Forklift License