Maintenance Technician

Southwest Economic Solutions; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Health Savings Account

401K Matching

Job summary

PVS is seeking a maintenance technician in Detroit, MI to perform routine and emergency maintenance on plant equipment, troubleshoot issues, and support equipment installations and preventive tasks. The role requires lifting, on-call availability, and strong problem-solving abilities.

You will work with pumps, motors, valves, and critical process systems, while upholding safety policies and the Nicholson Nine principles.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of building/equipment maintenance related experience.
• High School Diploma completed.
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, instrumentation, and mechanical systems throughout the plant
• Troubleshoot and repair process equipment with minimal downtime
• Maintain and inspect critical systems, including those involved with handling liquid chlorine, ferrous chloride, and ferric chloride
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks
• Assist with equipment installations, piping modifications, and shutdown/start-up activities as assigned
• Perform general facility maintenance tasks, including building repairs, lighting, plumbing, and grounds upkeep to ensure a safe and functional work environment
• Uphold the fundamentals of the Nicholson Nine and Responsible Care Guiding principles. Environmental, Health, Safety and Security are a responsibility of every PVS employee

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Willing to learn

On-call availability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PIT license

Manlift license

Job description

Technologies Detroit
10825 Harper Avenue
Detroit, MI 48213, USA

PVS enables our world through the safe and reliable delivery of chemistry, either created by us or sourced through trusted partners. The products and services that we provide touch everyone in some unique way. We are passionate about the work we do and abide by our guiding principles, The Nicholson Nine, to be a safe and sustainable chemical provider the world trusts. With a career at PVS, you'll play a vital role in the daily lives of millions of people.

Key Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, instrumentation, and mechanical systems throughout the plant
• Troubleshoot and repair process equipment with minimal downtime
• Maintain and inspect critical systems, including those involved with handling liquid chlorine, ferrous chloride, and ferric chloride
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks
• Assist with equipment installations, piping modifications, and shutdown/start-up activities as assigned
• Perform general facility maintenance tasks, including building repairs, lighting, plumbing, and grounds upkeep to ensure a safe and functional work environment
• Uphold the fundamentals of the Nicholson Nine and Responsible Care Guiding principles. Environmental, Health, Safety and Security are a responsibility of every PVS employee

Physical requirements needed:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds with ease
• Ability to work at elevated heights

Required Education/Training/Equivalent Experience:

• Valid driver’s license - required
• PIT license - experience preferred
• Manlift license - experience preferred
• 0 - 5 years of building/equipment maintenance related experience
• High School Diploma
• Familiar with problem solving techniques
• Willing to learn
• Positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Ability to be on call

OJT (Required within the initial employment period-varies per position and experience):

• Knowledgeable of all facility departments and specific functions
• Knowledgeable of building emergency and security procedures

Benefits Include

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• 401K Matching

PVS values diversity and is committed to upholding the laws and regulations published by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. As an equal opportunity employer, PVS makes all employment-related decisions based upon qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Applicants must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

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