Maintenance Technician, Day Shift

Chromalox; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalox is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep electrical process heating and production equipment running smoothly. You will diagnose machine issues, dismantle and repair components, and perform scheduled TPM maintenance with precision and attention to detail.

Ideal candidates bring 1–3 years of related experience, a high school diploma, and strong shop tools knowledge. You will work on engines, conveyors, motors and production machinery using hand and power tools and test equipment in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years of related experience and/or training in maintenance processes.
• Thorough knowledge of general shop tools and equipment used in maintenance.
• Perform work with attention to detail, prioritization and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Observe and listen to operating machines to diagnose malfunctions and determine repairs.
• Dismantle machines and inspect parts; use hoists, cranes, hand tools and power tools.
• Replace defective parts or reproduce parts from metal stock with hand tools and machine tools.
• Test malfunctioning machinery with test equipment and discuss issues with staff.
• Adjust devices using hand tools, multimeter, gauges and levels.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on machines as scheduled.
• Conduct tests and inspections to evaluate quality or performance.
• Take corrective action in emergencies such as power or equipment failures.
• Assist or direct work in plant or office layout changes as assigned.
• Maintain facility and equipment in safe repair state.
• Inspect safety equipment and report needed actions.
• Advise vendors on maintenance procedures as required.
• Keep an inventory of spare parts for critical production equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Diagnostic skills

Safety-consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical multimeter

Lathe

Milling machine

Shaper

Borer

Grinder

Job description

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world’s most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role

The Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in the smooth operation of our company's machinery and mechanical equipment. This includes engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment.

They use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing instruments, along with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications, to repair and maintain these vital components.

Your Responsibilities

• Observe and listen to operating machines, mechanical devices, or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction and determine the need for adjustment or repair.
• Dismantles machine, device, or equipment to examine parts for defects or to remove defective parts. You may use hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools.
• Replaces defective parts with new parts or repairs or reproduces parts from various kinds of metal stock, using hand tools such as scraper, file, and drill and machine tools such as lathe, milling machine, shaper, borer, and grinder.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery use test equipment and discusses malfunction with other maintenance staff to diagnose malfunction.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools, an electrical multimeter, gages, feeler gages, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on machines as scheduled and required for TPM.
• Conducts tests and inspections of equipment or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Takes appropriate corrective action in emergencies such as power, water, heating, and air equipment failures, fires, etc.
• Performs, assists, or directs work in building modifications or plant/office layout changes as assigned.
• Maintains general facility and office equipment in a safe state of repair.
• Perform routine inspections of safety equipment as required.
• Performs general equipment inspection for safety requirements and recommends appropriate action to the manager.
• Contact contracted vendors for maintenance procedures as required.
• Maintains an inventory of required spare parts for critical production equipment.

Our Requirements

• High school diplomas or general education degree (GEC).
• 1-3 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with production processes, machines and/or tools .
• Thorough knowledge of general shop tools and equipment required in maintenance procedures.
• Perform work requiring continual attention to detail in follow-through, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.