Maintenance Technician II

LCI Education; Saint Augustine, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol CIT seeks a Maintenance Braider Technician II to maintain and improve production equipment in a manufacturing setting. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot electronic circuits and PLCs, and coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure uptime.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2+ years in maintenance, and experience with electrical circuits. Lean manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training acceptable.
• 2+ years of maintenance experience in electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical equipment.
• Background in electrical circuits.
• Certified Electrician preferred.
• Lean manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facilities and equipment using CMMS to support TPM.
• Collaborate with technicians and EH&S team to complete tasks.
• Lead installation, relocation, and troubleshooting of production equipment.
• Perform maintenance tasks on electrical wiring, pneumatics, PLCs, servo motors, and spare parts.
• Install new electrical circuits with proper LOTO, PPE procedures.
• Conduct scheduled PMs and unscheduled repairs using schematics and OEM manuals.
• Dismantle machines for repairs/PMs and coordinate with CNC providers.
• Assist in developing new PMs, procedures, and policies.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLCs

Pneumatics

Mechanical equipment

Lean manufacturing

Tools proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years maintenance experience in electronics/hydraulics/pneumatics/mechanical equipment

Background in electrical circuits

Tools

CMMS software

Hand tools

Power tools

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.