Maintenance Technician

Allison Transmission; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Allison Transmission in Sterling, IL seeks a maintenance technician to support and repair plant equipment, tools, and machines. You will work closely with production to ensure safe, quality output and will maintain CMMS records for preventive maintenance and repairs.

The role requires basic electrical, welding, and fabrication skills, familiarity with PLC Ladder Logic, and the ability to read engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a general maintenance related field or technical degree/certificate.
• Strong work ethic within a team environment.
• Good decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Basic machine/tooling knowledge.
• Basic fabrication skills (welding, drilling, cutting, painting, etc.).
• Basic electrical skills (480 3-phase, 110 AC, low voltage DC).
• Knowledge of and experience with PLC Ladder Logic.
• Microsoft Office working knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and plan, organize and set priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to prioritize duties and meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform assigned duties accurately and efficiently.
• Must have excellent attendance record
• Must be willing to cross-train within the department

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety rules and regulations and other standards of operation and conduct.
• Support the departments within the plant as your customer.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment, tools, and machines.
• Check for preventative maintenance and other work orders to complete assignments on time.
• Maintain accurate records of repair and maintenance within the CMMS system.
• Develop and implement ideas for continuous improvement.
• Actively participate in problem solving sessions.
• Install new equipment when directed.
• Work and communicate effectively with all functional areas to provide necessary support to safely produce quality products and services.
• Maintain maintenance shop, inventory, tools and equipment in an orderly manner.
• Perform all position responsibilities safely and on schedule.
• Support total quality management objectives in a team environment.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Math skills

Electrical/Pneumatic/Hydraulic

Reading schematics/diagrams

Welding and fabrication

Communication skills

PLC Ladder Logic

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Technical degree or certificate

2+ years general maintenance experience

Tools

CMMS software

Electrical schematics interpretation

Industrial automation basics

Job description

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

• Follows all safety rules and regulations and other standards of operation and conduct.
• Support the departments within the plant as your customer.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment, tools, and machines.
• Checks for preventative maintenance and other work orders each working day to complete each assignment on time.
• Maintains accurate records of repair and maintenance within the CMMS system.
• Develop and implement ideas for continuous improvement.
• Actively participate in problem solving sessions.
• Installation of new equipment when directed.
• Work and communicate effectively with all functional areas to provide necessary support to safely produce quality products and services.
• Maintains maintenance shop, inventory, tools and equipment in an orderly manner.
• Performs all position responsibilities in a safe manner and in accordance with all prescribed time schedules.
• Supports total quality management objectives in a team environment.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

Qualifications required:

• Strong computer skills working with Microsoft software.
• Good math skills.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic maintenance troubleshooting and repair.
• Able to read and interpret electrical schematics and hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams
• Self-motivated, team-oriented and good organizational skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Good welding and fabrication skills

Requirements:

• Minimum 2-years’ experience in a general maintenance related field or technical degree/certificate.
• Strong work ethic within a team environment.
• Good decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Basic machine/tooling knowledge.
• Basic fabrication skills (welding, drilling, cutting, painting, etc.).
• Basic electrical skills (480 3-phase, 110 AC, low voltage DC).
• Knowledge of and experience with PLC Ladder Logic.
• Microsoft Office working knowledge
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and able to plan, organize and set priorities.
• Able to demonstrate effective written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to prioritize duties and meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and responsibilities accurately and efficiently.
• Must have excellent attendance record
• Must be willing to cross-train within the department

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [e-mail].