Maintenance Technician

Federal Pacific; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Federal Pacific in Bristol, VA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform a broad range of mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance tasks ensuring equipment and building systems run safely and efficiently. The role requires independence, strong troubleshooting, and a commitment to continuous improvement and team training.

Responsibilities include setting up and performing maintenance procedures with limited supervision, inspecting and testing for safety, and training others in Safety

Qualifications

• Ability to read prints, wiring schematics, and line diagrams.
• Knowledge of programmable controllers.
• Troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Welding and Large Project Layouts.
• Able to train other associates in Safety, Equipment Operations, and Standard Work Instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and maintenance procedures including painting, parts cleaning, plumbing and electrical tasks.
• Perform building maintenance, installation and layout of equipment and control devices.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, possibly including energized systems.
• Train associates on Safety, Equipment Operations, and Standard Work Instructions.
• Support housekeeping and safety in the Maintenance Area.
• Be flexible with hours and willing to overtime when required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical School certificate

Maker certifications (Allen Bradley, etc.)

Work experience (Plant Manager approval)

Tools

Mechanical tools

Electrical tools

Multimeter & ampere meter

Gas and arc welders

Forklift operation

Overhead hoists

Manlift

Job description

Maintenance Technician

The full-time Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance tasks to ensure equipment and building systems are operating efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently with limited supervision, troubleshoot complex systems, and contribute to continuous improvement and team training efforts.

How You Will Make an Impact:

Set up and operate the following processes and job functions, using the equipment listed under 'Equipment Knowledge' to perform maintenance tasks as needed with limited direct supervision

• Perform basic mechanical and maintenance procedures including, but not limited to:
  • Painting
  • Parts cleaning and preparation
  • Plumbing and electrical
• Perform building maintenance procedures including removal, installation, layout, and limited design of equipment and industrial control devices.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of equipment, possibly including energized equipment when necessary.
• Perform layout and fabrication of large projects.
• Proficiently capable of training other associates in all Safety, Equipment Operations, and Standard Work Instructions used in the performance of this job function.
• Conduct all inspection and testing in a manner that will protect the safety of all personnel.
• Assist in maintaining proper housekeeping standards for the Maintenance Area.
• Assist with special work assignments, as assigned by the Department Manager or designee, with appropriate instruction and supervision provided.
• Be able to get along with others and be a team player.
• Be willing to work flexible hours if needed.
• Available to work overtime, when required.

In-House Training:

• General Company Orientation
• Safety Training, Housekeeping
• Transformer Fundamentals
• Forklift Certification
• ISO 9001 Orientation
• Continuous Improvement Skills
• Team Oriented Problem Solving
• Lock Out/Tag Out
• Standard Work Instructions in accordance with ISO 9001

What You Bring:

• Ability to operate equipment listed under 'Equipment Knowledge' and (b) perform activities listed under 'Job Duties' with limited direct supervision
• Detailed knowledge/ability to read prints, wiring schematics, and line diagrams
• Knowledge of programmable controllers
• Troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics
• Welding and Large Project Layouts
• Able to train other associates in all Safety, Equipment Operations, and Standard Work Instructions used in the performance of this job function.

Preferred Equipment Knowledge:

• Knowledgeable in the operation and care of all equipment needed to perform this job function including, but not limited to:
  • Mechanical
  • Electrical
  • Air powered hand tools
  • Multimeter and ampere meter
  • Gas and electric arc welders
  • Fork lift (FPTC training and certification required)
  • Overhead hoists
  • Manlift

Note: When available candidates for job openings are unable to satisfy all of the requirements, the requirements may be waived, provided a training plan is established, by the Department Manager or designee, for the selected candidate, to satisfy requirements.

Preferred Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Technical School certificate, and certification from manufacturer(s) with emphasis on special technical skill sets (e.g. Allen Bradley, etc.) deemed appropriate by the Plant Manager.
• Work experience deemed appropriate by the Plant Manager.

Benefits:

• Tuition reimbursement

Pay:

$20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 8 hour shift
• Overtime as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Bristol, VA 24202 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bristol, VA 24202: Relocate before starting work (Required)