Maintenance Technician

Dubois Chemicals; Tennessee; On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

Holiday Pay

401K Match

Job summary

DuBois is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance across electrical, mechanical, and facilities systems in a 40-hour, Monday–Friday environment.

The role requires PLC, welding, forklift and crane experience, a strong safety focus, and the ability to work with contractors and production teams to keep equipment running smoothly and safely.

Qualifications

• 5 years related experience in maintenance or a similar facility.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems including PLC and motor controls.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Experience with welding methods.
• Powered industrial truck and overhead crane qualifications.
• Experience in manufacturing or distribution facilities.
• Strong collaboration and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
• Inspect and maintain lighting, machinery, and safety equipment.
• Operate forklifts and cranes safely; follow PPE requirements.
• Maintain daily logs and plant operating data.
• Support continuous improvement and housekeeping.
• Coordinate with contractors and maintenance staff.

Skills

Industrial electrical

PLC & motor controls

Welding methods

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Reading safety rules

Communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

5 Years related training/experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electrical testing tools

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Maintenance Technician, you play a critical part of the organization performing maintenance services and repairs in the areas of plumbing, carpentry, painting, machine/equipment servicing, welding, electrical, HVAC, security, utilities, fire protection, pollution control, grounds, and improvement projects as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts all duties in a manner consistent with company established policies, programs, and procedures.

• Maintains compliance with applicable international standards, federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.

• Participates in continuous improvement activities that positively affect safety, environmental protection and conservation, process/product quality and reliability, and operational productivity.

• Supports workplace organization and housekeeping efforts and incorporates clean work practices in daily routines.

• Inspects, repairs, installs, modifies, and maintains lighting systems, electrical/electronic systems, electro-mechanical production equipment, material handling equipment, pollution control equipment, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems according to specifications and established safety guidelines.

• Installs and replaces new electrical/electronic replacement parts, lamps, ballasts, pumps, motors, filters, fluids, etc., according to specifications and established safety guidelines.

• Inspects work areas and equipment to ensure compliance with company, local, state, and federal safety policies and regulations. Responsibilities also include documenting safety inspections, citing dangerous areas/procedures and conducting corrective procedures, and maintaining safety equipment supply.

• Maintains wastewater treatment, waste disposal, and recycling areas in a clean and organized state at all times in compliance with company, local, state, and federal regulations.

• Provides minor grounds maintenance in all seasons. May be responsible for light snow removal, yard care, and clean up.

• Operates overhead gantry cranes, powered industrial lift equipment, and various power and hand tools and equipment.

• May participate in remodeling and renovating of facilities, including equipment moving, electrical, plumbing, painting, and other construction related work.

• May design and fabricate tooling, fixtures, and equipment for production area.

• Works with and oversees the work of maintenance help and outside contractors as needed.

• Maintains currency with respect to technical skills by attending training events, educational courses, seminars, workshops, etc., as well as independent research as needed.

• Operate a sit-down forklift

• Perform preventative maintenance and participate in general upkeep of production equipment

• Maintain daily logs and record plant operating data

• Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers

• Report process and/or safety equipment issues to the Director or Production Supervisor

• Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures

• Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures

• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

• Regular and sustained attendance

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 Years related experience

• Experience with industrial electric including PLC, Motor Controls, 480 Volt and 3 phase.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

• The ability to troubleshoot, solve practical problems, and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

• The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Effectively use Microsoft business applications to create, modify, and maintain spreadsheets, documents, and presentations.

• Experience with various welding methods.

• Powered industrial truck and overhead crane operation qualifications.

• Previous experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility

• Previous experience operating a forklift

• Ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with colleagues

• Strong communication skills and time management

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred experience with repairing forklifts (sit-downs), Boiler Systems, Electrical, Dock Doors and Mechanical, Fabrication, and Piping.

ED** UCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• 5 Years Training or equivalent combination of education and experience

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Monday - Friday. Start Time: 7:00 AM. 8 hours shifts

• Full-Time - 40 hours a week

• Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K Match

• Pay Range: $34 - 38/HR.

#INDOPS

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.