Maintenance Technician II

Colonial Group; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol CIT in Saint Augustine, FL is seeking a Maintenance Braider Technician II to perform preventive and unscheduled maintenance on production equipment and facilities within a manufacturing setting.

You will use CMMS for TPM tasks, collaborate with other technicians and the EHS team, and lead installation, troubleshooting, and coordination with vendors while maintaining strict safety standards including LOTO and PPE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; electrical background preferred.
• 2+ years of maintenance experience on electronics, hydraulics and mechanical equipment.
• Certified Electrician preferred or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and unscheduled maintenance on machinery and tools.
• Maintain facilities using CMMS to support TPM and production.
• Lead installation, relocation, and troubleshooting of equipment and systems.
• Perform electrical work, wiring, pneumatics, PLCs, servo motors, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Install circuits following safety protocols (LOTO, PPE, Hot Work).
• Troubleshoot electronic circuits and PLCs using schematics and OEM manuals.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for PMs and repairs.
• Support EMS, 5S initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Electrical circuits

Preventive maintenance

PLC

Servo motors

Lean manufacturing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Electrician preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SUMMARY

A Maintenance Braider Technician II plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of equipment used in manufacturing. Their primary responsibility is to perform regular preventive maintenance on machinery and tools to facilitate successful production activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for maintaining building facilities using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to facilitate Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Collaborates with other technicians to complete tasks and support the Environmental Health & Safety team.
• Leads installation, relocation, and troubleshooting of production equipment, machine tools, and facility systems.
• Performs maintenance tasks involving electrical wiring, pneumatics, PLCs, servo motors, inventory management, and spare parts to execute scheduled preventive and unscheduled general maintenance activities.
• Install new electrical circuits, ensuring compliance with safety protocols such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hot Work, Arc Flash, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs) and unscheduled repairs, including troubleshooting electronic circuits and PLCs using schematics and OEM manuals.
• Perform mechanical and parameter adjustments, dismantle machines for repairs or PMs, and coordinate with technical support, both internally and externally, for CNC machines and production equipment.
• Assist in developing and reviewing new PMs, procedures, and policies.
• Execute work orders (W/O) and coordinate with outside vendors for equipment maintenance.
• Maintain functionality of emergency lighting, fire pump systems, alarms, extinguishers, and eyewash stations.
• Comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
• Use appropriate PPE during maintenance tasks.
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards and clean/restock area at end of shift.
• Engage in continuous improvement projects and 5S-related performance teams.

*Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

This role is purely as an individual contributor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent, e.g. vocational training.
• 2+ years of maintenance experience in electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical equipment.
• Background in electrical circuits.

• Tool repair experience preferred.
• Understanding and experience in a Lean manufacturing environment preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Certified Electrician preferred.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Conversational in any other language preferred.

JOB SKILLS

• Intermediate understanding of MS Office, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to measure accurately using a ruler or tape measure.
• Proficient in the use of tools and power equipment.
• Demonstrates good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to be flexible and function comfortably in a fast-paced, constantly changing, and ambiguous environment while maintaining a positive team environment.
• Reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice to complete orders and special projects to meet customer demands.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee will regularly engage in activities such as using hands to finger, handle, or feel and communicating verbally. Additionally, the employee will frequently need to reach with hands and arms while standing and walking as part of the role. Occasional lifting and movement of objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds may be required. This position also demands specific vision capabilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the job's essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing environment:

A work environment in a manufacturing plant is the physical and social setting where goods production occurs. Depending on the type of product, process, and plant, the work environment may vary in terms of noise, temperature, safety, and demand. Common characteristics of a work environment in a manufacturing plant are the use of machinery, and exposure to hazards such as chemicals, heat, dust, or noise with a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Amphenol CIT is dedicated to identifying and reducing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. We are committed to complying with all applicable laws and other environmental regulatory requirements. We are also committed to preventing pollution and improving our environmental performance in all our global operations. This will be achieved through a comprehensive Environmental Management System that provides the framework for setting and reviewing Amphenol CIT environmental objectives and targets.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
• Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
• Hearing protection, in specific locations.
• Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).

TRAVEL

Travel is not required for this position.