Maintenance Technician

UFP Industries; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Newnan, GA is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, and install equipment and facilities under direct supervision. You will keep records, support special projects, and perform varied technical tasks relevant to assigned areas.

The role emphasizes reading basic schematics, troubleshooting, and collaboration with multiple departments. Candidates should be practical, safety-minded, with a high school diploma and willingness to learn; lifting up to 50

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Must have the ability to use hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps and other misc small tools safely.
• Willingness to learn how to properly use a variety of measuring equipment to a high level of accuracy (0.001”) to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts.
• Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs, and installs equipment, machinery, and facilities under direct supervision.
• Maintains a variety of records; participates in special projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery using a variety of tools.
• Plants safety procedures and lock-out/tag-out practices.
• Organizes parts and materials in the proper locations.
• Lift, move, push, pull, carry and manipulate materials weighing up to 20lbs frequently and up to 50lbs unaccompanied.
• Collaborates with supervisor and other team members to achieve objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Tools proficiency

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic equipment

Pneumatic equipment

Presses

Cordless drills

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job Summary

Maintenance Technician maintains, repairs, and installs equipment, machinery, and facilities under direct supervision. Maintains a variety of records; participates in special projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This is the entry-level position for the Maintenance Technician series.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• This position performs routine tasks and duties including performing scheduled preventative maintenance pm assigned by a supervisor
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery using a variety of tools
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities
• Practices safety awareness in all actions, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures for all responsibilities
• Shares information with the supervisor and other team members in a manner that is understandable
• Possesses strong troubleshooting skills
• General knowledge of tools both hand tools and power tools
• Ability to provide personal tools as required
• Must be able to read and understand basic machine schematics with little guidance
• Highly organized with an emphasis on detail
• Organize parts and materials in the proper locations
• Lift, move, push, pull, carry and manipulate large and small materials weighing up to 20lbs frequently and up to 50lbs unaccompanied
• Display a positive team player approach supporting management objectives
• Able to follow directions well
• Display the willingness to learn
• Ability to work with other departments to ensure overall success
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required
• 1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must have the ability to use the following equipment in a safe and effective manner: hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other misc small tools
• Willing to learn how to properly use a variety of measuring equipment to a high level of accuracy of 0.001” to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts; such as digital and dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, levels, angle and depth gages, etc
• Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.