MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN B

YKK AP America; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join their team on a rotating night shift. This role involves performing essential maintenance on production machinery, ensuring minimal downtime and operational efficiency. You will troubleshoot and repair various systems, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic, while adhering to safety protocols. The company offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, fostering a supportive work environment. If you're ready to take on challenges and grow your skills in a dynamic setting, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and advancement opportunities

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• 2+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of high-voltage electrical systems and low-voltage controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform breakdown and routine preventive maintenance on production machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical and mechanical issues.

Skills

Electrical Systems

Mechanical Systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Welding

PLC Systems

Troubleshooting

Blueprint Reading

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

Maintenance Tools

Computer Software for Troubleshooting

Job description

Our company culture is built upon YKK’s philosophy called the CYCLE OF GOODNESS. We believe that providing value and being fair to our customers and our employees is what makes us a successful company in return. Guided by our core values and fundamental behaviors, we strive to foster a caring company, committed employees and challenging work that benefits our employees, customers, and communities. We offer competitive compensation packages, training and advancement opportunities. YKK AP America provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide the security they need to enjoy life at home and at work. By providing a high level of benefit coverage at a reasonable cost to the employee, we hope to foster a long and productive employment relationship.

Maintenance Technician - 12 Hour, Rotating Night Shift

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing both breakdown and routine preventative maintenance on production machinery. This includes troubleshooting and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and quality-related issues.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities

1. Perform all duties required to maintain production and support equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and operational efficiency.
2. Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical and mechanical issues on machinery using blueprints, equipment manuals, internet resources, and an advanced skill set in most of the following areas: pneumatics, PLCs, hydraulics, welding, and electrical systems, including high voltage (480V), 24V, and 120V controls.
3. Conduct preventative maintenance on production machinery to prevent breakdowns, ensuring optimal performance of equipment across all voltage levels.
4. Participate in all required safety and regulatory training to maintain compliance and perform job duties safely and effectively, especially when working with high-voltage systems.
5. Follow plant safety rules, wear PPE as required, and consistently adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, especially when working with 480V and other hazardous voltages.
6. Take initiative to resolve maintenance issues, work independently with minimal supervision on routine tasks, and seek guidance for newly introduced assignments.
7. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless equipment operation and process continuity.
8. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs, including special projects or tasks that require advanced technical expertise.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

1. Availability to work a rotating 12-hour, night shift work schedule.
2. High School diploma or GED (minimum).
3. Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment, including hands-on experience with high-voltage electrical systems and low-voltage controls.
4. Preferred technical degree in an industrial maintenance or related field.
5. Strong mathematical skills and the ability to read complex blueprints, drawings, and notes. Competence in using computers for troubleshooting and researching issues.
6. Must have demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the maintenance and repair of pneumatics, PLCs, machinery, hydraulics, welding, and electrical systems.

Recruiter Contact:

CHRIS WOOD

[e-mail]

YKK AP America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workforce.

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