Maintenance Technician

EWI; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

EWI, located in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance and repair of lab and facilities equipment. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical expertise, particularly in electro-mechanical systems, HVAC, and CNC equipment.

The role involves troubleshooting, maintaining records, and ensuring workplace safety while contributing to a preventative maintenance program. Join EWI and help drive efficiency in our operations while delivering value to our clients.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• Able to manage and maintain equipment repair logs.
• Expertise in facilities support and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Support PMs of lab equipment and troubleshoot various systems.
• Assist with installation and removal of equipment in the lab.
• Contribute to developing maintenance schedules for facilities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electro-mechanical systems expertise

HVAC systems knowledge

CNC and robotics proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in technical field

Job description

EWI is a world leader in developing and deploying new technologies that enable companies to bridge the gap between R&D and manufacturing implementation. EWI Associates are passionate about identifying out-of-the-box options that provide a long-term competitive advantage for our clients. Our clients tell us we are a valuable extension and complement to their innovation, engineering, and manufacturing teams. If you enjoy dealing with customers and solving difficult, technical problems, EWI is the place for you.

At EWI, the Maintenance Technician works with the Lead Maintenance Technician and Maintenance Manager to support the repair, installation, and preventative maintenance of lab/facilities equipment and machinery. The customer support level in this role is important as a need for quickness and precision in executing work and delivering results is critical to the success of EWI projects and satisfying the customer. The Maintenance Technician also contributes to the development and execution of the facility’s preventative maintenance program. In addition to facilities support, they might work on industrial welding and forming equipment, robotics, as well as CNC workstations to support the EWI business.

Essential Functions

• Support Maintenance Tech by completing PMs of lab equipment
• Assist with the installation and removal of facilities and lab equipment
• Assist with the development of facilities preventative maintenance schedules
• Assist with special projects (lab moves, power runs, plumbing, duct work, etc.)
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment
• Apply knowledge and demonstrated expertise in the troubleshooting and execution of repairs and maintenance of electro‑mechanical equipment
• Manage and maintain accurate and legible records of project work; equipment repair logs and specifications/blueprints
• Achieve and strive for highest quality standards in work
• Continuously meet and occasionally exceed (where necessary) project schedules and customer expectations and needs
• Achieve established work‑area cleanliness standards and maintain a high‑degree of organization in work area(s)
• Perform work in a safe manner and adhere to safety programs, processes, and procedures set forth for the specific process and for company safety programs in general
• Shipping and Receiving support as needed

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Minimum Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise and in‑depth knowledge in the use and repair of electrical/mechanical systems
• Demonstrated expertise with facilities related systems (HVAC, cooling towers, chillers, boilers, plumbing, etc.)
• Working knowledge of and adept at troubleshooting industrial welding and forming equipment, as well as CNC workstations/robots
• Working knowledge of and experience with electrical controls, preferably related to modern machine tools (inputs, outputs, custom M‑codes, ladder logic, etc.)
• Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to work well with ever‑changing priorities and/or situations
• Exhibit and maintain positive, solutions‑oriented attitude toward work and co‑workers
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work well under stress, despite numerous interruptions
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in assigned tasks on a consistent basis
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of associates
• Team‑oriented attitude and focus with strong ability to collaborate with others

Physical Requirements

• Laboratory/light production floor with ventilation, climate‑control system, moderate lighting, and moderate noise level;
• Use finger dexterity to type, adjust, move, handle, perform, operate, install, attach, remove, apply, grasp, manipulate, and measure;
• Frequently move, transport, rotate, reach, pull, twist, adjust position, push, stoop, bend, and crouch; and
• Lift ten to 40 pounds on a frequent basis and 40 to 80 pounds occasionally

Education

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Associate’s Degree in applicable technical field is a considered a plus

Experience

• Four (4) or more years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing facility performing facility support and maintenance
• Experience with maintaining a preventative maintenance program for a facility’s electro‑mechanical equipment
• Formal industrial training

EOE/M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Accommodations

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search and/or application process should contact Human Resources at [phone].