Maintenance Technician

Pursuit Aerospace; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

EAP

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking a Machine Maintenance Technician to provide mechanical, electrical and control support for CNC machining assets in a demanding aerospace environment.

You will repair, maintain and modify complex machinery, troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, hydraulics and pneumatics, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime.

Based in Morton, IL, this full-time on-site role requires 3+ years of machine repair experience and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure proper operating condition.
• Provide preventative and corrective maintenance on CNCs (5 axis milling, mill turn, lathes).
• Schedule and execute on-time preventive maintenance plans across production areas.
• Troubleshoot and repair control/electrical systems including PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, and sensors.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems including actuators, valves, pumps and filters.
• Inspect mechanical systems like ballscrews, linear rails, guideways and gearboxes.
• Operate forklifts/scissor/boom lifts and drive company vehicles.
• Perform other related duties to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Industrial machine repair

Hydraulic/pneumatic repair

Electrical repair

PLC/HMI troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Siemens CNC

Fanuc CNC

Heidenhain CNC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

About the Opportunity:

As a Machine Maintenance Technician, you will provide mechanical, electrical and control support to production machining, NPI, and facilities. Supporting a large variety of machine configurations and OEMs are supported including 5+ axis mill turn applications, lathes, boring machines, broaches, compressed air systems, etc. The Machine Maintenance Technicians are responsible for repair, preventative maintenance and modification of that machinery. The position will require collaboration and critical thinking to troubleshoot unique equipment issues and develop quick resolutions in a demanding environment.

Location: Morton, IL

This is a full-time role that may require some extended hours and weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
• Provide preventative and correct maintenance on various complex CNCs: 5 axis milling, mill turn applications, and lathes
• Schedule and execute on-time preventative maintenance plans for a variety of machines across production areas
• Troubleshoot, and repair control and electrical system failures involving PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, servo amplifiers, input/output, and field sensors
• Troubleshoot and repair various machine tool hydraulic and pneumatic systems including actuators, valves, pumps, and filters
• Troubleshoot and repair machine tool mechanical systems including ballscrews, linear rails, guideways, and gearboxes
• Drive forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and company vehicles
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience in an industrial discipline repairing machines, equipment, and equipment.
• 3+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repair
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience with one or more of the following CNC control systems: Siemens, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Allen Bradley
• 5+ years of experience as a maintenance technician or field service engineer
• Experience installing, aligning and commissioning 3 and 5 axis machines in an aerospace environment
• Experience adjusting CNC geometry components including - straightness, squareness, linear accuracy, servo tuning, tool center point control
• Experience in the application & operation of precision machine tools in aerospace manufacturing environment
• Experience operating a forklift and other related equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills)
• Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
• Analytic thinker that gets to the root of problems and comes up with permanent solutions to remedy issues
• Self-motivated and able to work well with others

Working Conditions

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of being forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift certified
• Must be able to climb ladder, work on platforms, and climb stairs
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor
• Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including

• health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• paid time off
• company-paid holidays

The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.