Maintenance Technician

Kocher-and-Beck-USA-LP; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee health savings account

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Supplemental insurance

Job summary

Kocher + Beck USA, L.P. in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on our manufacturing floor.

You will diagnose issues, restore operation, and ensure equipment runs smoothly through preventive maintenance and thorough record-keeping. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, weekend flexibility, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Weekend flexibility is required.
• Demonstrates technical capacity for mechanical/electrical tasks.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work on a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components.
• Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and restores operation.
• Maintains maintenance records and test results for equipment.
• Communicates with Maintenance Technician Supervisor and operators.
• Performs preventive maintenance to keep production equipment running.

Skills

Technical capacity

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Independent work

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrician license

Job description

Kocher + Beck USA, L.P., located in Lenexa, KS, is seeking enthusiastic candidates who enjoy a fast-paced environment to join our team! At Kocher + Beck, we believe that delivering our quality products is the result of having the best team. Take this opportunity to join our growing business and contribute to a family-owned business known for its culture and top-quality products.

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician, as part of a team, conducts, maintains, tests, and repairs mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. The position applies knowledge of mechanical and electrical/electronic principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. The maintenance technician provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of manufacturing.

• Performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements
• Advises operators of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment
• Performs preventive maintenance functions
• Communicates with Maintenance Technician Supervisor
• Ensures that all production equipment is maintained and running

Requirements

• Maintains a safe work environment
• Able to safely lift 50 pounds
• License to Electrician
• Use of hands/arms in repetitive motion
• Able to stand/walk for length of shift
• Weekend Flexibility
• Technical Capacity
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Able to work on a team
• Able to work independently and stay on task

Preferred Skills/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Prior experience with measuring tools is a plus
• Experience with 3-phase, 480

Benefits

• 100% Employer Paid Health, Dental and Accident Insurance premiums
• 100% covered for Employee-only and 75% for Dependent-plus coverage
• Bi-Weekly employer contribution to Health Savings Account
• 401(k), up to 4.5% employer match
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
• Additional supplemental insurance plans are also offered

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A flexible schedule requires that the Maintenance Technician is able to work nights and weekends on a frequent basis and to be on call in case of an emergency.