Maintenance Technician- 2nd shift

Briggs & Stratton; Stone Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled technician to join their team in transforming the commercial power sector. This role involves utilizing advanced technical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair a variety of plant equipment, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. Collaborating closely with engineers and vendors, you will tackle complex equipment issues while leading and training a dedicated team. If you are passionate about innovation and ready to make a significant impact in battery manufacturing, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3 years of technical experience in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic skills.
• Advanced knowledge in troubleshooting and repair of plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment using PLCs.
• Perform automation and robotics duties, and machine shop fabrication.
• Train employees and provide feedback on performance.

Skills

Advanced troubleshooting skills

Leadership skills

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of tooling practices

Basic computer skills

Fluency in English

Education

General Education Degree

Job description

Want a rewarding career that is changing the commercial power industry? Briggs & Stratton is a global manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries, paving the way in commercial power, making the world more productive and sustainable. We will continue to create and lead technologies to improve efficiency, emissions and performance in all types of OEM applications. At Briggs, people make the difference and we need you and your skills to help drive battery manufacturing forward.

Position Description

Uses advanced technical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair all plant equipment, building and grounds. Performs a wide variety of skilled maintenance work to maintain structures, electrical systems, heating systems, plumbing, machine repair, electrical systems, hydraulics systems for a variety of equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment using programmable logic controllers (PLC)
• Performs various duties relating to automation and robotics, machine shop fabrication, preventative maintenance using specialized equipment and various machining or bench operations to alter and repair tools, fixtures, gauges, and guarding.
• Works closely with engineers and outside vendors to resolve complex process or equipment issues in a cost effective and timely manner.
• Trains employees; assigns and directs work; provides feedback to supervisor regarding employee work performance; addresses complaints and resolves problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Skills Requirements

• Advanced troubleshooting skills using mechanical, electrical, hydraulic knowledge
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Good teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of tooling practices and applications
• Basic computer skills
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Education

General Education Degree

Experience Requirements

• 3 years of technical experience using mechanical, electrical and hydraulic skills

Physical & Environmental Requirements

May be required to lift or carry engines, parts, and/or other materials of various sizes and weights. The supervisor will provide the essential physical requirements of each individual job.

Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to stand and/or walk constantly over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to use power/vibrating tools over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Exposure to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton, Vanguard, Ferris, Simplicity, Snapper, Billy Goat, Allmand, SimpliPhi, Branco and Victa brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

About the company

Engine production averages 10 million units per year as of April 2015.