Maintenance Technician

Sortera Alloys; Markle (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sortera Alloys in Markle, Indiana, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair equipment to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year in manufacturing maintenance, and ability to work with hand and power tools; pneumatic systems knowledge is a plus, with strong safety and documentation discipline.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, relevant skills and proven work experience in lieu of education
• 1+ year(s) in a Maintenance Technician or similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and maintenance repair techniques
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems and advanced troubleshooting preferred
• Associate’s degree in industrial maintenance is a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Diagnose mechanical issues and perform repairs on various systems, including pneumatic and mechanical systems
• Utilize hand and power tools to effectively complete maintenance tasks and repairs
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inventory of parts
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area
• Always ensure use of PPE (personal protective equipment) and tools designed and rated for the task, and complying with safety regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical systems

Maintenance repair

Hand tools

Own hand tools

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate’s degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Job description

Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and executing repairs to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Diagnose mechanical issues and perform repairs on various systems, including pneumatic and mechanical systems
• Utilize hand and power tools to effectively complete maintenance tasks and repairs
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inventory of parts
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area
• Always ensure use of PPE (personal protective equipment) and tools designed and rated for the task, and complying with safety regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, relevant skills and proven work experience in lieu of education
• 1+ year(s) in a Maintenance Technician or similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and maintenance repair techniques
• Proficiency with common hand and power tools. Must provide own hand tools
• Must be able to thoroughly complete paperwork/documents
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems and advanced troubleshooting preferred
• Associate’s degree in industrial maintenance is a plus

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A reasonable accommodation under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds with prolonged periods of standing
• Required to continuously stand, walk, squat, stoop, and bend
• Occasionally climbs ladders and scaffolding
• Must be able to use hand tools and power tools
• Works in noisy environment
• Will frequently work in hot or cold environments
• Potentially exposed to chemicals, dust, and smoke on a frequent basis