Maintenance Technician (56646)

Premium Guardorporated; Albion (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

PGI is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing and facility equipment in Albion, IL. The role requires interpreting electrical and mechanical schematics and ensuring safe, efficient operation to meet production targets.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of hands-on experience with industrial machinery, basic reading of blueprints, and the ability to perform preventive maintenance and occasional equipment moves or modifications.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of trade fundamentals with specialized skills in electrical or mechanical areas.
• 3-5 years of applied training in troubleshooting and repair of industrial equipment/machinery.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting of 3-phase, 480V equipment and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, manuals, wiring diagrams and specifications.
• Diagnose, repair and maintain production machinery and equipment to ensure safety and quality.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Schedule and perform machine teardown, modifications, and equipment moves as needed.
• Operate forklifts, welders, and cutting torches when required.
• Collaborate with team and communicate maintenance status and needs to supervision.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

PLC knowledge

Education

Trade school training

Tools

PLCs

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Albion - Albion, IL 62806, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $28.00 - $32.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Any

COMPANY OVERVIEW

PGI is a privately held company, established in 1996. We are a leading supplier of private label solutions in the automotive industry. Our focus is on designing, manufacturing and distributing products for automotive, diesel, power-sports and specialty filter markets. Our supply chain network now branches across the Pacific and into South America.

POSITION SUMMARY

Troubleshoot, repair and maintain manufacturing and facility equipment/machinery in efficient, safe operating condition. Provide guidance and support regarding equipment operation to team members in order to facilitate the achievement of scheduled production volume within acceptable safety, quality and scrap levels. May perform other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interprets drawings, operation manuals, wiring diagrams, electrical schematics and/or manufacturer’s specifications.
• Diagnoses problems with production machinery and equipment and determines how to correct them. Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains all types of machines and equipment, including conveyors, presses, programmable logic controllers, and electrical/electronic circuitry.
• Keeps machinery and equipment in efficient, safe operating condition in order to maintain quality and production standards.
• Performs total predictive maintenance and preventative maintenance to ensure machines and systems run smoothly and efficiently.
• Schedules and performs machine teardown to make repairs and modifications. May dismantle, move, install and erect equipment.
• May operate various types of equipment related to maintenance functions, such as forklift, welders, and cutting torches.
• Promotes teamwork and contributes to team efforts by communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Keeps supervision informed of any problems associated with maintenance activities, and takes action to provide support for resolution of problems and continuous improvement. Aids in training employees in maintenance-related duties.
• Performs general housekeeping tasks and keeps work area clean, organized and free of scrap, debris, etc.

Qualifications

1st shift M-F 6:45am-3:15pm 3rd shift M-F 10:30pm-7:00am

Education/Experience

Broad knowledge of various trade fundamentals, with specialized trade skills in either the electrical or mechanical area.

Education and/or experience equivalent to 3-5 years applied training in mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting and repair of industrial equipment/machinery. For positions with electrical emphasis, education and/or experience with electrical troubleshooting and repair of 3-phase, 480 volt equipment and programmable logic controllers or comparable equipment.

Communication

Basic communication skills to receive and convey information concerning problems encountered while performing job duties and to train employees with less proficiency.

In-person interaction with co-workers and supervisors.

Learning/Reading/Mathematical Comprehension

Understand relatively complex principles and techniques related to primary occupation.

Perform basic math functions such as addition and subtraction using whole numbers and decimals and utilize mathematical formulas to determine dimensions, take measurements, calculate angles, etc.

Read and write to access information on the computer, complete required paperwork, and interpret documents.

Learn and comprehend standard operating procedures and basic production techniques.

Independent judgment to troubleshoot, audit and changeover various types of equipment.

Visual Requirements

Distinguish between various items for proper length, width, shape, color and other characteristics.

Read various digital and dial measuring instruments.

Motor Skills

Hand/eye coordination to use hand tools and to operate various gauges and measuring devices.

Stand, squat, kneel and bend for long periods of time regularly. Move between various work stations frequently.

Push/pull and reach with hands and arms frequently. Flexibility to safely position body in unique positions.

Lift/push/pull up to 30 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. frequently.

Environment

Work in an industrial environment with exposure to noise, possible temperature extremes, dirt, solvents, paper dust, etc.

Special Skills

Broad knowledge of various trade fundamentals, with specialized trade skills in either the electrical or mechanical area.

Education and/or experience equivalent to 3-5 years applied training in mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting and repair of industrial equipment/machinery. For positions with electrical emphasis, education and/or experience with electrical troubleshooting and repair of 3-phase, 480 volt equipment and programmable logic controllers or comparable equipment.

Solid industrial mechanical and/or electrical skills and knowledge, along with strong troubleshooting skills.

Comprehend blueprints, wiring diagrams, electrical schematics and related documents.

Safely operate powered industrial equipment as required by Powered Industrial Equipment Program to acquire and maintain license, when required.

Dependability

Maintain satisfactory record of attendance and conduct. Work any shift and overtime as required.