Maintenance Technician

Lear Corporation; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lear Corporation is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician in Traverse City, Michigan. The role involves preventive maintenance on equipment, supporting the Production Supervisor to train associates on new equipment, and performing troubleshooting and repairs.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and a journeyman's card, alongside proficiency in electrical and mechanical tasks. Strong judgment in work processes and effective communication skills are essential. Join a diverse workplace focused on safety and opportunity.

Qualifications

• Basic competence in electricity/electronics, hydraulic/pneumatics.
• Ability to perform electrical repairs on all equipment.
• Strong judgment in work processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Assist in training associates on new equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery.

Skills

Electrical competence

Mechanical knowledge

Welding skills

Plumbing knowledge

Strong communication skills

Computer skills (CMM, PLC software)

Education

High school diploma or GED

State certified DOL journeyman's card or UAW maintenance machine repair card

Job description

Job Description

• Preventive maintenance on equipment: check lubrication levels; fill and grease, clean and pump press pans; run recycle equipment, clean and paint equipment; assist in job set‑ups for adjustments beyond set‑up associate scope.
• Assist the Production Supervisor to train associates on new or modified equipment and perform other maintenance duties as directed by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Strong ability to use independent judgment in determining work processes and performing the job.
• Basic demonstrated competence in electricity/electronics, hydraulic/pneumatics, system and control configurations, schematics, and documentation.
• Basic mechanical knowledge, welding, plumbing, and machining.
• Design and layout electrical distribution systems for equipment installation.
• Design and layout plumbing systems (air, water, etc.) for equipment installation.
• Perform troubleshooting for all equipment.
• Perform repairs (factory technology level) of air compressors.
• Perform electrical repairs of all equipment.
• Perform mechanical repairs (up to factory technology level) of all equipment.
• Perform gas, arc, and heli‑arc welding on various equipment.
• Perform adjustments of vision systems and fiber‑optic systems.
• Write technical data for set‑up, checking, and troubleshooting.
• Perform other duties as required by the supervisor.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency in arithmetic.
• Basic oral and written communication skills.
• Comply with all Environment, Health, and Safety rules and procedures.
• Computer skills: use of CMM, equipment software (PLC, OPI), Office software.
• State certified DOL journeyman's card or UAW maintenance machine repair card.

Working Conditions

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not exhaustive.

• Moderate to heavy physical demands: occasional exertion of 50‑100 pounds or frequent 25‑50 pounds, constant 10‑20 pounds; activities include walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing up to 25 feet.
• Environmental conditions: plant environment with cramped spaces between presses, exposure to loud noise and oil.
• Hazards: lethal voltages, compressed air, pressurized fluids, rotational force, linear movement, pinch points associated with machinery.
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Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.

Applicants must submit their resume via the applicant tracking system for consideration. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.