Maintenance Technician

Vesuvius USA; Conneaut (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Vesuvius USA in Conneaut, OH is seeking a skilled Site Maintenance Technician to support manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

Candidates need 5+ years as a mechanic/electrician in manufacturing, PLC experience, ability to read schematics, lift 50 lbs, and work outdoors as needed. Join a busy site with varied shift patterns.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a mechanic/electrician in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting PLC systems.
• Ability to read electrical, pneumatic and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and make repairs as necessary.
• Perform routine safety and environmental inspections.
• Troubleshoot and repair facility support equipment and building infrastructure.
• Maintain equipment in accordance with a written Preventive Maintenance Program.
• Maintain accuracy of equipment drawings and manuals as modifications are made.
• On a limited basis, perform production duties as needed.
• Housekeeping associated with maintenance and production as needed.
• Any other duties that may arise in the area of Site Maintenance.
• Administrate reporting requirements for Site HSE plans

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Reading schematics

DC/AC power knowledge

Welding and fabricating

Pipe fitting

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and make repairs as necessary.


• Perform routine safety and environmental inspections.


• Troubleshoot and repair facility support equipment and building infrastructure.


• Maintain equipment in accordance with a written Preventive Maintenance Program.


• Maintain accuracy of equipment drawings and manuals as modifications are made.


• On a limited basis, perform production duties as needed.


• Housekeeping associated with maintenance and production as needed.


• Any other duties that may arise in the area of Site Maintenance.


• Administrate reporting requirements for Site HSE plans

Knowledge/Experience/Skills Needed

• 5+ years as a mechanic/electrician in a manufacturing environment.


• Experienced at installing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems and equipment.


• Experienced maintaining and troubleshooting PLC systems.


• Knowledge of motor controls, process instrumentation loops and mechanical drives.


• Proficient at reading and interpreting electrical schematics, pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings.


• Experienced with DC, single phase AC, and three phase AC power.


• Experience repairing/rebuilding complex mechanical equipment to close tolerances


• Experienced in metal cutting, welding and fabricating.


• Experienced in pipe fitting with both metal and PVC pipe and fittings.


• Good verbal and written communication skills.


• Experienced lift truck operator.


• Heavy manual lifting (routinely 25-50 lbs/max lifting of 100 lbs.), climb ladders and work at heights of 50 ft or higher.


• Be able to work outdoors, if needed, during inclement weather.


• Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with little supervision.


• Flexible to work a variety of shift patterns and overtime as required.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment


• Ability to routinely lift 25-50 lbs.


• Climb ladders to 50ft or higher

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