Maintenance Technician

Allegion Canada Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in security solutions seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on factory machinery. The role requires troubleshooting skills, collaboration with technical staff, and adherence to safety protocols. Candidates should have a strong background in maintenance and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years maintenance experience required.
• Preferred: Associate’s degree with 5 years maintenance experience and 2 years leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair factory machinery, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with engineers on process improvements.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed in equipment maintenance.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree

Job description

time left to apply End Date: June 13, 2025 (26 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR32601

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

SUMMARY

Preventive maintenance, machine repair and daily support functions. Factory processes include assembly, polishing, plating, stamping, and machining.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot and repair factory machinery, electrical and mechanical, pneumatic systems.
• Correct and/or improve existing production processes and equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers and technical staff on process improvements and plant changes.
• Operate simple test equipment, including, but not limited to: multi-meter, tape measure, dial indicators, measurement tools.
• Move machinery, including rigging and utility connections.
• Fabricate equipment as needed, including cutting, welding, grinding.
• Troubleshoot PLC programs and machine controllers.
• Manage PM work order system and daily maintenance workload.
• Ensure that proper safety procedures are used in maintaining and repairing production equipment.
• Foster safety programs to continually improve safety practices.
• Monitor and communicate on equipment repairs with operations, engineering, and staff-level employees.
• Be comfortable with computer usage, email, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• Track and report on metrics for schedule attainment, machine downtime, and WPO.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include distance vision and color vision.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Generally works 1st shift 40 hours a week plus required overtime as needed.
• Organized with a strong sense of urgency.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills. Ability to proactively interact with internal customers. Must communicate professionally, positively, and courteously at all times with all levels of customers, clients, vendors, visitors, and employees.
• Willing to participate in internal and external training programs for maintenance and safety.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to establish work priorities and manage project timelines effectively.
• Apply problem-solving techniques; previous experience preferred.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Minimum: High school diploma or GED and five (5) years maintenance experience required.

Preferred: Associate’s degree with five years maintenance experience and 2 years leadership experience.

Allegion values diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We Celebrate Who We Are!

Allegion is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We embrace differences among colleagues and in our relationships with customers, suppliers, and communities. We ensure all backgrounds, experiences, races, colors, religions, ages, genders, gender identities, disabilities, sexual orientations, and veteran statuses are respected and supported. We also provide accommodations for persons with disabilities. For assistance, contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

REGISTERED IN IRELAND WITH LIMITED LIABILITY REGISTERED NUMBER 527370

We believe in anticipating opportunities, sharpening our skills, and finding new answers through collaboration.

We believe in creating a safer, more secure world.

We believe in providing peace of mind.

We believe in being true to ourselves and to those around us.