Maintenance Technician

Lippert; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lippert is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain our production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in the Chicago area.

You will diagnose issues with welders, conveyors, PLC-controlled systems, and mechanical components, perform preventative maintenance, and support safety and housekeeping programs. This role offers full-time hours and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience in machine operation and repair preferred
• Welding competency and knowledge of welding systems preferred
• Lift Truck Operators License preferred (training available).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment
• Diagnose and fix welders, torches, saws and finishing equipment promptly
• Maintain production hoists and overhead doors
• Read and interpret mechanical prints and manuals
• Support Preventative Maintenance (PM) program to reduce downtime
• Operate forklifts and aerial lifts safely and proficiently
• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance tasks with basic tools

Skills

Machine operation experience

Welding competency

Reading mechanical prints

Preventative maintenance

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience/Education in machine operation and repair

Welding competency and knowledge of welding systems

Lift Truck Operators License preferred

Tools

Arc/MIG welders

Band saws

Acetylene torches

Multi-meter

Job description

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary

Responsible for troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of operations/production equipment

Essential Functions

1. Required to request support from other Maintenance Techs and Maintenance Managers, as necessary; all maintenance positions support operations/production first, when necessary
2. Able to safely perform maintenance tasks using basic hand tools and basic power tools; experience with machine shop equipment preferred; ability to weld or experience with metal fabrication preferred
3. Responsible for diagnosing/resolving issues with production welders, torches, saws, and metal finishing equipment in a timely fashion; experience with sand blast, powder coat, oven, or conveyor systems preferred
4. Responsible for diagnosing/maintaining/installing production hoists in a timely fashion
5. Responsible for diagnosing/resolving issues with overhead roll doors throughout the facility
6. Able to safely and proficiently operate fork trucks and aerial lifts; experience with rigging preferred
7. Able to safely and proficiently perform maintenance electrical tasks, including troubleshooting and movement of circuits; experience using a multi-meter or other electrical testing equipment preferred
8. Able to safely and proficiently perform maintenance mechanical tasks, including troubleshooting and rebuild; experience rebuilding/maintaining weld feeders, plasma torches, and saws preferred.
9. Troubleshoot PLC controlled equipment as well as all plant electrical and mechanical systems including AC/DC motors, distribution systems, HVAC systems, VFD Drives, pneumatic and Hydraulic systems, and air compressors.
10. Ability to work with 480 volts
11. Ability to read mechanical prints
12. Effectively support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime
13. Responsible for good housekeeping practices and implementing/sustaining 5s standards
14. Required to observe all safety rules and policies; must maintain and promote the safety of systems and equipment
15. Able to demonstrate basic computer, reading/writing, communication skills, and the ability to read/interpret manuals and technical drawings
16. Highly motivated, organized, self starter, able execute work from daily schedule; experience with performing preventative maintenance tasks to set standard preferred
17. Required to use honesty, integrity, and candor with the entire Maintenance team to create trust, and to support their passion for winning; must be reliable and prompt
18. Committed to a maintaining positive attitude and caring about people

Competencies

1. Must be able to work as a part of a team to achieve the company’s overall goals;
2. Must demonstrate clear verbal and written communication skills (English);
3. Must be able to read and process written communication including, but not
4. limited to, work orders, frame prints, math and measurements;
5. Must be able to meet production goals and time deadlines for company projects
6. Must be able to work with minimum supervision;
7. Must demonstrate understanding and execution of machine operation and repair techniques;
8. Must demonstrate welding competency and knowledge of welding systems;
9. Must be able to operate appropriate equipment including repair tooling and devices, arc and MIG welders, band saws, acetylene torches, tape measures, etc.;
10. Must be able to physically lift and maneuver weights in excess of fifty pounds;
11. Must be able to operate a Lift Truck or Tractor as necessary;
12. Must possess successful problem solving skills;
13. Must be able to exhibit tact and diplomacy and maintain professional relationships
14. with supervisors, fellow employees, customers, etc.;
15. Must be able to work under physically and mentally stressful situations;
16. Must be able to prioritize and easily adapt to changes through the day.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role does not have any supervisory responsibility upon hiring.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires 98% standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing ladders. The employee may have to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time hourly position, and hours of work and days are decided by production schedules and your reporting manager.

Pay Rate: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Freedman by Lippert determines pay based on several factors, including but not limited to the position being offered, education, skills, work experience, and other factors permitted by law. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range.

Freedman by Lippert offers Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K with employer match, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Family Leave, Paid Time Off and Sick Time. For a more comprehensive list please see Human Resources.

Freedman by Lippert is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Travel

Travel to secure necessary parts or tooling

Required Education and Experience

1. High School diploma or equivalent preferred
2. Experience/Education in machine operation and repair preferred
3. Welding competency and knowledge of welding systems preferred
4. Lift Truck Operators License preferred (training available).

Preferred Education and Experience

Manufacturing / industry experience

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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.