Maintenance Technician

WMFHA; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Kalamazoo seeks a Maintenance Electrician for 2nd and 3rd shifts. The role involves installing and repairing electrical systems, troubleshooting production equipment, and ensuring machines operate efficiently. Ideal candidates will have extensive electrical experience in manufacturing, be detail-oriented, and focus on safety practices. Competitive wages starting at $30.80/hour, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of Electrical experience in a Manufacturing setting required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Installs and repairs electrical systems and components of industrial machinery.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses causes of electrical and mechanical problems.

Skills

Electrical experience

Knowledge of machinery

Blueprint reading

Safety practices

Education

Technical diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic test equipment

Job description

Maintenance Electrician 2nd and 3rd Shift

• Installs and repairs electrical systems and electrical/electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment; other duties as required.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose causes of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic system problems on production equipment and implement the most feasible method of repair.
• Will work closely with the maintenance team and/or facilities manager to ensure machines are in working order for each shift.

Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of Electrical experience in a Manufacturing setting is required;technical diploma or equivalent practical experience preferred.
• Requires knowledge of setup, standard operating procedures and required maintenance for a variety of machinery and equipment.
• Must be able to read blueprints and/or schematics.
• Requires working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic test equipment.
• Requires ability to use machine/equipment manuals and reference books and to work independently and as a team.
• Focus on Safety and familiarity with safe work practices, including but not limited to Lock out/Tag out and Alternate Protective Measures.
• Physical aspects of job include standing, bending, squatting, leaning, kneeling, sitting. Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.

Wages start at $30.80 /hour, salary is commensurate with experience

BehaviorsPreferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

MotivationsPreferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

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