Maintenance Technician I

O'Neal Manufacturing Services; Burlington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Neal Manufacturing Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to repair and maintain plant machinery, electrical systems, and support installation and troubleshooting. This role requires hands-on experience with industrial equipment and a willingness to work in a factory setting.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, wiring, testing with voltmeters/ohmmeters, and compliance with safety standards. Strong problem-solving and ability to read diagrams are valued.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Basic troubleshooting and diagnostics for processing equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical wiring, testing, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to workplace safety.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical wiring and fixtures.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctioning systems and components.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
• Calculate and align equipment, perform rigging and safety tasks.
• Fabricate mechanical parts as needed from various metals.
• Maintain electrical equipment to meet regulatory codes.
• Support safety and quality programs and follow procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Safety consciousness

Welding & torch work

PLC programming

VFD control

Hand & power tools

Schematic reading

Rigging & hoisting

Tools

PLC programming tools

CNC equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician I will repair and maintain the machinery and mechanical equipment in the plant. This includes equipment, machinery, fixtures, and power and hand tools. The Maintenance Technician I will also assist in the installation of machines and troubleshoot or diagnose system malfunctions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Commitment to workplace safety.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on machinery/mechanical equipment in an industrial environment.
• Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, machinery, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand, power, and precision measuring tools.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools.
• Responsible for the connection of wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Calculate, lay-out/draw, balance and align equipment.
• Perform rigging activities, safety-related functions and other miscellaneous maintenance functions.
• Utilize or fabricate all types of mechanical parts (fitting, valves, etc.) needed from cold rolled steel, stainless steel, steel plate, structural steel members and other metals.
• Maintain electrical equipment to meet regulatory codes at the country, state and federal levels.
• Perform rigging activities, safety-related functions and other miscellaneous electrical functions.
• Support the safety and quality programs by following all accompanying rules and established processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills And Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Basic troubleshooting skills with ability to assist with repairs and diagnostics of advanced processing equipment, CNC, material handling system, press brakes, lifting devices and sawing equipment.
• Demonstrate mechanical knowledge.
• Self-starter yet able to take orders as directed.
• Laser alignment and vibration monitoring knowledge is required.
• Knowledge of predictive/preventive maintenance and pipefitting.
• Competent in the use of oxyacetylene torch work and welding.
• Demonstrate safe and proficient use of shop tools (both hand and power).
• Must be physically capable of performing work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Safely utilize a forklift and high lift.
• Competent with programming of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD).
• Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).
• Demonstrate safe and proficient use of shop tools (both hand and power).
• Proficient in testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Experience with mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics and welding certification required.

You Should Be Proficient In

• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Machine Safety Inspections

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)