Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Heartland Electric Co.; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/time off

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term disability

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Financial wellness coaching

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays (8)

Education assistance

And much more.

Job summary

Chief Buildings Plant in Grand Island, NE is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform advanced equipment maintenance, install and modify machinery, read blueprints, and document activities. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and adherence to OSHA standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, and experience with electrical systems, PLCs, hydraulics and pneumatics.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prefer prior maintenance experience in industrial settings.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Install, modify, and maintain machinery and systems for optimal performance.
• Read blueprints and wiring diagrams to guide repairs and adjustments.
• Perform construction and building support tasks as needed.
• Complete paperwork and input job data into computer systems.
• Operate forklifts or cranes and other material handling equipment safely.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-minded

Problem solving

Teamwork

Self-management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLC controls

Electrical diagrams

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Welding

Job description

Chief Buildings Plant
Grand Island, NE 68803, USA

Description

Responsible for advanced maintenance and repairs of facility and industrial equipment, enhancing productivity through the installation of new machinery, designing electrical systems, programming PLCs, and documenting their activities while participating in training programs to ensure skill development and safety compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority. Prioritizes the well-being of colleagues and actively contributes to the safety program by collaborating, sharing ideas, and voicing concerns. Adheres to training guidelines, policies, and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Proactively identifies and addresses potential hazards.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Install, modify, and maintain machinery and systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Accurately reads blueprints, schematics, micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and wiring diagrams in making repair and adjustments.
• Performs construction, plumbing, concrete, and carpentry work to support building repairs and reconstruction projects.
• Works independently or as a team with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong self-management skills.
• Accurately completes all required paperwork and enters job-related data into computer systems.
• Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment to safely and efficiently transport materials as required.

Shift:

• 1st Shift - 6:00am - 4:30pm
• 2nd Shift - 4:30pm - 3:00am

Education:

• High School Diploma, or GED, preferred.

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

ABrandof Chief Industries,Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of metal buildings including multi-story offices, churches and schools, as well as buildings for retail businesses and industrial use since 1966. Every building is customized to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Nebraska, Indiana, and South Carolina.

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/time off
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Education assistance
• And much more.

Preferred

Competent in basic computer operations, with solid math skills and the ability to write clear, detailed maintenance reports.

Previous experience in a Maintenance Mechanic or similar industrial maintenance role.

Welding experience is a plus, though not required.

Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and adherence to workplace safety protocols.

Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with the ability to resolve equipment issues efficiently.

Proficient in mechanical systems, including pneumatics and hydraulics, along with electrical systems including PLCs and variable frequency drives.

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