Maintenance Technician

Armacell; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Armacell is looking for a technician based in Charleston, West Virginia, responsible for the operational condition and performance of production equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and preferably 2-3 years of related experience. The role involves reading blueprints, performing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting issues. Specific certifications in various control systems are required, along with skills in using hand and power tools. Basic computer skills in MS Excel and Word are also preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of related job experience is preferred.
• Basic computer skills preferred (MS Excel, MS Word).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operational condition and performance of the facility and equipment.
• Diagnose equipment failures and perform repairs.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance without supervision.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certificates in Instrumentation, PLC, Hydraulic, Pneumatic Control

Tools

Common hand tools

Power tools

Specialized equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for operational condition and performance of the facility and equipment used in the production of technical foam rubber. Technicians work as part of a team or independently while complying with all OSHA and facility safety requirements (lock out/tag out, confined space, welding safety, etc).

Job Specific Tasks

• Read and interpret detailed mechanical, electrical, and PLC ladder logic blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
• Use common hand and power tools; work with specialized equipment and electronic devices used in basic troubleshooting and repair.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance without supervision, including inspection of mechanical and electrical equipment, making minor adjustments, and performing other advanced maintenance tasks.
• Diagnose more complicated equipment failures of mechanical and electrical devices; troubleshoot, repair, and install equipment, facilities, and parts as required.
• Perform diagnostics and related repair work on critical facility equipment, including extruders, ovens, mixers, granulators, and their subsystems and components.
• Perform instrument calibrations with minimal assistance; basic ability to work with PLC systems and programmable software.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required. 2-3 years of related job experience is preferred. Basic computer skills preferred (MS Excel, MS Word).

The M2 position requires certificates of completion in the following courses: Instrumentation 2; PLC-2; PLC-3; Hydraulic Control-1; Hydraulic Control-2; AC Machines-Motor Control 1; Motor Control 2; Pneumatic Control 1; Pneumatic Control 2; DC Machines-Motor Control; and Motor Control 2. Or other courses approved by Maintenance Manager and HR Department.