Maintenance Technician

Harris American; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Harris American in Cordele, GA is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance, repair, and rework of plant machinery and building systems. You will work with saws, cranes, welders, and other equipment to meet specifications and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years mechanical experience, can read engineering drawings, operate hand tools, voltage meters, forklifts and cranes up to 40 tons, and works well in a team while solving problems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years mechanical experience preferred.
• Engineering drawing reading required.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license may be required.
• Proficiency in basic math.

Responsibilities

• Rework and rebuild machinery and equipment in plant per specifications and safety standards.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery according to specifications and plant programs.
• Service and maintain company vehicles.
• Follow lock-out/tag-out procedures in all repair or maintenance situations.
• Perform maintenance on the building and property as necessary.
• Report problems and safety concerns to supervisor.
• Support facility safety and health policies through department activities.

Skills

Read drawings

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Voltage meter

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Lifting up to 40 tons

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION – PURPOSE OF ROLE:

General preventative maintenance, repair, rework of all machines, production equipment and building.

Essential Functions:

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· Rework and rebuild machinery and equipment in plant such as saws, cranes and welders to machinery specifications and /or best general industry repair practices.

· Perform preventive maintenance on machinery according to machine specifications and planned plant programs.

· Service and maintain company vehicles.

· Follow safety lock-out/tag-out procedures in all situations of repair, rework or maintenance.

· Perform maintenance on the building and property as necessary.

· Report all problems and safety concerns to supervisor.

· Supports facility housekeeping and Health, Safety and Environmental Policy and procedures through department activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

· Minimum 2-3 years mechanical experience preferred.

· Engineering drawing reading required.

· Valid Georgia driver’s license may be required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

The successful candidate should:

· Have proficiency in basic math.

· Be able to use hand tools, voltage meter, measuring instruments, and operate forklift and overhead cranes, lifting machines weighing up to 40 tons.

· Communicate efficiently.

· Be willing to learn daily and interact with a team.

· Have the ability to work through problem solving processes and present ideas.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• $18.00 - $34.00 an hour