Maintenance Technician

Butler Tech; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Village in Cincinnati area is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant production machinery and building systems. You will troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, and electronic components on printing and mailing equipment, while ensuring preventive maintenance schedules are followed and inventory is kept organized.

Responsibilities include responding to breakdowns, assisting in machine setups, and supervising outside contractors as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver License and reliable transportation.
• Must pass background check and DOT Physical.
• Trade school or college courses in Electrical, Hydraulic and Pneumatics preferred.
• 3-5 years’ experience in industrial maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair or install equipment to keep production at optimal levels.
• Diagnose hydraulics, electrical, and PLC issues on machinery.
• Inspect and maintain shop equipment per OSHA standards.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules.
• Assist in setup of production machines.
• Perform general plant and building maintenance.
• Monitor work by outside contractors.
• Maintain clean inventory areas.
• General janitorial duties.

Skills

Machine maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Trade school courses

Job description

Description

About Graphic Village

Graphic Village has been a leader in commercial printing and creative solutions since 1921. With three production facilities across three states and a headquarters in Cincinnati, we are the largest independent print solutions provider in the Greater Cincinnati region. Our services range from customized printing and packaging to direct mail, large format, branded merchandise, creative services, and cost-effective fulfillment solutions.

At Graphic Village, we partner closely with our clients to deliver strategic, high-quality solutions that transform creative ideas into impactful results. We combine craftsmanship, innovation, and collaborative expertise to create award-winning experiences while continually investing in our people, technology, and community.

Summary/Objective

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for a wide range of activities involving troubleshooting, repairing, servicing, and maintaining the plant production machinery and equipment, and physical building systems. This position will also assist in developing an inventory system for key parts for emergency repairs.

Essential Functions – (General knowledge of these functions is acceptable and on job training will be given)

• Help the plant run to optimal production levels by repairing or installing equipment and respond to breakdowns or faulty equipment calls throughout the plant
• Safely and efficiently troubleshoot, diagnose and repair hydraulic, air, electrical, plumbing and electronic (PLC) problems on various types of printing/mailing industry machinery and equipment such as chillers; compressors; offset presses; bindery, mailing and packaging equipment; etc. Perform services on building utilities such as plumbing, painting, snow removal, etc.
• Locates and diagnoses failures, replaces defective components, and performs basic troubleshooting using standard equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, manuals, and verbal and/or written instructions.
• Properly inspect and maintain shop equipment, in accordance with OSHA regulation.
• Follow a preventive maintenance schedule to lessen exposure to downtime related repairs and maintenance.
• Keep the maintenance and inventory areas clean and organized.
• Assist in set up of the production machines and assist Senior Maintenance Technician.
• Perform general plant and building maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, quality standards, and follows work instruction.
• Assist in monitoring all work performed by outside contractors.
• Communicate with all levels of employees as needed.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager
• General Janitorial duties

Competencies

• Machine maintenance experience with a general background in electrical and/or mechanical systems preferred.
• Good computer skills.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills
• General OSHA Standards, use of portable fire extinguisher, hazardous waste awareness, OSHA standards for lockout/tagout procedures, fire safety and fall protection knowledge preferred.
• Attention to details and follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to read electrical testing devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters
• Ability to work in a physically demanding & fast-paced environment.
• Able to work all shifts and overtime as needed

Desired Characteristics

• Safety first – always conducts a risk assessment before undertaking work and informs colleagues and other employees how to correctly follow appropriate safety procedures.
• Team Player – Stays to get the job done
• Ability to use critical thinking and problem-solving to identify solutions or approaches to problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all employees
• Ability to work independently and handle competing priorities simultaneously.
• Effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Must be motivated towards productivity improvements, safety and quality awareness.
• Willing and able to provide occasional off-shift attended support for emergency repairs

Required Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver License, reliable transportation and solid attendance.
• Must pass a background check and DOT Physical

Preferred Education And Experience

• Trade school or college courses in Electrical, Hydraulic and Pneumatics preferred.
• 3-5 years’ of experience within the field of industrial maintenance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment is preferred but not required

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with a standard schedule of 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required dependent upon business necessity.

Work Environment – Physical Demands

The work environment is a fast-paced production environment where the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration and moderate to loud noise level. occasional exposure to heat, cold, dust, fumes, and chemicals.

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 required to operate machinery, stand, walk, sit, kneel, crawl, bend at waist; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach out and overhead with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders, work in confined and awkward spaces; talk or hear. The employee must be able to lift or move 50 pounds or more with or without the assistance of others or devices. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. May use solvents when cleaning, oils during lubrication and alcohol or alcohol replacement during upkeep and operation of unit. Must be able to identify the basic colors Black, White, Red, Green, Orange, Brown and Grey.

AAP/EEO Statement

Graphic Village is committed to using recruiting and hiring techniques that attract a diverse pool of applicants. We will use selection criteria, processes and techniques that are fair; that identify quality applicants with the necessary skill set for success; and that have no adverse impact on minorities, women, disabled persons or members of other protected classes. We are an E-Verify participating employer and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

It is Graphic Village policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital, military, veteran or citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or any other status protected by law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.