Maintenance Technician

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global automotive supplier is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform equipment diagnosis and repair for electrical and mechanical issues. Responsibilities include maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems, reading blueprints, and working collaboratively with other associates. The position demands strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to twenty-five pounds. Candidates must possess good communication skills and a proficiency with computers. This role is critical in ensuring the optimal functioning of manufacturing equipment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Experience in electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues with equipment.
• Perform inspections and routine maintenance on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and vendors.

Skills

Mechanical Repair

Basic Welding

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Preventive Maintenance

Blueprint reading

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Computer knowledge

Mathematical skills

Job description

Job Posting Title

Maintenance Technician

Job Description Summary

Perform equipment diagnosis and repair for both electrical & mechanical issues. Disassemble/reassemble equipment such as gearboxes, cylinders, pumps, valves, etc. and repair/replace worn or defective parts.

Job Description

• Mechanical Repair - ability to diagnose, fix, and maintain machinery and equipment.
• Basic Welding - techniques for using appropriate welding tools for the tasks.
• Hydraulic Systems - ability to perform inspections, leak detection and repairs.
• Pneumatic Systems - ability to conduct routine checks for leaks, hose condition, and correct air pressure levels.
• Preventive Maintenance - ability to monitor and inspect equipment to catch early issues.
• Ability to read and understand Blueprints.
• Ability to work with Contractors or Vendors.
• Ability to operate Forklift, Scissor Lift.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to communicate with other associates (in every department) in a meaningful and respectful manner in the performance of duties.
• Working level knowledge of computers.
• Can perform various mathematic tasks (add, subtract, divide, multiply).
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds.

Required Skills and Education

This position requires a high attention to detail, the ability to work in ambiguous situations and requires little direction to get things done.

Strong electrical skills, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting skills and abilities are required. Must be able to work with a team.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, quality documents, set-up instructions and blueprints. Be able to fill out charts and other simple documents and to effectively communicate with team members verbally and through e-mail.

About AAM

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we're Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.