Maintenance Technician Experienced-US

Kennametal; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to enhance equipment efficiency and reliability. In this role, you will perform predictive and preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with engineers to optimize equipment performance. The position requires a high school diploma, vocational training, and relevant experience. Join a team dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety and productivity on the plant floor. If you are passionate about technology and skilled in mechanical and electrical systems, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience in maintenance.
• Vocational training or equivalent experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems.
• Prepare technical reports on equipment maintenance.

Skills

Basic Math

Reading Equipment Manuals

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational Training

Tools

SAP MII

Multi-Meter

Ammeter

PLC Programming

Welding Equipment

Power Tools

Job description

About Kennametal

With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader,Kennametal Inc.delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn toKennametalto help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately8,700 employees are helping customers in nearly 100 countries stay competitive.Kennametalgenerated$2.1 billionin revenues in fiscal 2023. Learn more at www.kennametal.com . Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Shift: 3rd, Sunday - Friday, 10pm - 6am

Job Summary

Describe the purpose of the job

Perform predictive/preventive maintenance analysis to anticipate and circumvent equipment failures, enhancing uptime and reducing costs.

Key Job Responsibilities

List each key responsibilities in order of importance

• Performs specialized technical tasks required to support operations (e.g., IT development, research support, skilled trade)

• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical).

• Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield.

• Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance).

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems.

• Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures.

• Prepare for new/relocated equipment installations by sizing, wiring, piping, ventilation, etc. according to incoming equipment requirements.

• Receive, rig, unload, transport, install, assemble, troubleshoot, and fine tune new/relocated equipment.

• Troubleshoot and perform necessary repairs on existing equipment.

• Assist engineers in identifying worn or damaged parts that may be needed to complete the repair.

• Interface with and assist outside contractors, OEM’s and Technology Process Support groups, in all attempts to install new and repair or upgrade existing processes.

• Safely handle hazardous materials and hazardous wastes.

• Interface with in-plant Computerized Machine Maintenance System to show status of work and time spent on job.

Complexity

Describe the complexity of the job

● Works with a moderate degree of supervision

● Works within standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods

Education, Work Experience, Skills, Certificates

Necessary to perform the job at the minimum acceptable level and preferred

Minimum Level of Education (for Job)

☒High School

☐ Associates/Technical

☐ Bachelor’s Degree

☐Master’s Degree

☐ PhD

Years of Relevant Work Experience Required: 1-3 Years

Preferred Areas of Education, Certifications, and Skills:

● Requires vocational training or the equivalent experience and may require external certification but typically does not require a university degree

● Able to do basic math.

● Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, work orders, schematic and blueprints.

● Ability to use a personal computer and various software such as SAP MII.

● Ability to read and comprehend Schematics, Multi-Meter & Ammeter Utilization, 3 phase & Single phase motor control, PLC & Ladder Logic programming & understanding (AB SLC-500 & Micrologix, Control logix), Soldering, Mechanical, Power tool usage capability, Welding: Arc and/or TIG, Pipe fitting; Soldering / Threading, Power Transmission applications knowledge (Gearboxes, sprockets, & Belts), Pneumatics / Hydraulics.

● Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with plant personal, supervisors, and managers.

● Has working knowledge and skills to perform a defined set of analytical/scientific methods or operational processes

● Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise.

Required Licenses & Certificates: (e.g., Driver’s License, Accounting Certification, Citizenship, Engineering Certification)

● Must have passed General Aptitude Test Battery.

● Must have successfully completed training for, and is certified or pursuing certification as a State Journeyman, appropriate to plant location, in electrical or machine maintenance OR has 2 - 5 years or more documented maintenance repair experience in a manufacturing environment.

Total Span of Control and Authority

Reporting relationships, geographical scope, and level of management responsibility

Role Reports to – Manager Job Title: People Management ☒ No ☐ Yes Direct Reports Job Title(s):

Geographical Scope: Country level

Management Scope: None

Relationships

Nature and purpose of interactions – external & Internal

External Relationships: Internal Relationships:

Travel, Physical Requirements, Working Conditions and Equipment

Time spent traveling & physical requirements, working conditions, and equipment used if applicable

Travel Required ☒ No ☐ Domestic ☐ Global % of Time Choose an item.

(Required in U.S. – Optional for other countries)

Physical Requirements

☒ Carrying/Lifting

☐ Climbing

☐ Crawling

☐ Kneeling/Stooping

☐ Driving

☒ Standing

☒ Sitting

☒Walking

☐Pushing/Pulling

Working Conditions

☐ Office

☐ Laboratory

☒ Plant Floor

☐ Various Shifts

☐ Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays

☐ Extreme heat/cold

☐ Heights/Elevated Platforms

☐ Confined Spaces

☐ Dust/Fumes/Gases/Chemicals

☐ Loud Noise

Equipment

☐ Computer/keyboard

☐ Safety Glasses

☐Safety Shoes

☐ Hard Hat

☐Power Tools

☐Heavy Machinery

Equal Opportunity Employer