Maintenance Technician I

O'Neal Manufacturing Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Neal Manufacturing Services in New Jersey is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to repair and maintain plant machinery, electrical systems, and fixtures. You will assist in machine installation, diagnose malfunctions, and ensure safety compliance in an industrial setting.

The role requires two years of manufacturing experience, knowledge of PLCs and VFDs, welding skills, and the ability to work safely from ladders or scaffolds while following all processes and standards.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting is required.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for repairs/diagnostics of processing equipment.
• Demonstrate mechanical knowledge and safe tool usage.
• Familiarity with VFDs and PLC systems is required.
• Welding/cutting using oxyacetylene is expected.
• Ability to install/repair electrical wiring and fixtures.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory compliance for industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Install, test and maintain electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Diagnose malfunctions using test equipment and hand tools.
• Perform rigging and safety-related functions as needed.
• Maintain electrical equipment to meet codes at various levels.
• Support safety and quality programs by following established processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Two years experience

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Safety focus

VFD programming

PLC programming

Welding

Electrical installation

Tools

PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)

Oxyacetylene welding

Testing 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)