MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III

Dal-Tile Distribution, Inc.; Alabama; On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Match on 401k

Employee Purchase Discount

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Dal-Tile Distribution, Inc. is hiring a Maintenance Technician III to support our manufacturing operations in Alabama.

This role focuses on complex mechanical duties, electrical trade functions, and the installation, maintenance, and replacement of programmable controllers in a fast-paced plant. You will troubleshoot PLCs, design and update PLC programs, and manage computer setup tasks while ensuring safety and efficiency in production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; knowledge of electrical code.
• Formal PLC training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLCs using handheld device or laptop.
• Design and redesign programs and software (PLCs, operator panels, etc).
• Format hard drives and install to the computers (Computer Setup).
• Installs, maintains or repairs equipment for generation, distribution or utilization of electrical energy.
• Locate and diagnose trouble in electrical systems or equipment from blueprints, drawings, layouts or specs.
• Work load calculations for wiring and electrical equipment.
• Lead projects and drive productivity/cost-improvement initiatives.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Programmable logic

PC setup

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal PLC training

Tools

Electrician tools

Job description

Join the largest manufacturer of tile and natural stone in the United States and watch your career stand out with Dal-Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries.

Our close-knit team of dedicated professionals has made us the success we are today. In exchange for their hard work, we support our people with a family-friendly work environment, a commitment to promoting from within, unique benefits that go beyond just medical and dental, and a belief that every employee deserves a productive life outside of work. If this sounds outstanding to you, take the first step forward and explore a career with Dal-Tile.

Dal-Tile is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician III to join our TEAM! As the Maintenance Technician we need someone who can make adjustments to machines and equipment for proper operation.

Primary Objective

Performs complex mechanical duties and a variety of electrical trade functions in the installation, maintenance, repair and/or distribution of electrical energy. Installs, maintains and replaces electronic programmable controllers in a manufacturing environment.

Major Function and Scope

• Trouble shoot PLCs (Programmable Logic Controller) using hand held device or laptop.
• Design and redesign program and software (PLCs, operator panels, etc).
• Format hard drives and install to the computers (Computer Setup) and PC application
• Installs, maintains or repairs equipment for the generation, distribution or utilization of electrical energy in a manufacturing environment.
• Locates and diagnosis trouble in electrical systems or equipment working from blue prints, drawings, layouts or other specifications.
• Works standard computations related to load requirements of wiring and/or electrical equipment.
• Basic knowledge of Serial port communication systems, VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives) and process control instrumentation devices (thermocouples, pressure switches, etc).
• Basic knowledge of Servomotors and drive units.
• Continuously reviewing their respective area for ideas and thoughts that will drive productivity and reduce costs within the organization and be able to professionally speak to their solution for improvement.
• Process improvement (Plan and submit process improvements and execute the plan)
• Uses a variety of electricians tools including measuring and testing instruments.
• Process improvement (Plan and submit process improvements and execute the plan)
• Leads projects and completes them successfully, returning equipment to production operating safely and efficiently.
• Keeps work area safe, clean and organized.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Required

• High school diploma or equivalent experience. Knowledge of electrical code. Formal PLC training preferred.

Competencies

Routinely working at a height that requires fall protection.

Other Pertinent Job Information

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate may be required to sometimes sit, climb or balance. The associate may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures. The noise level is usually loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, career opportunities, and an environment of creativity and growth. Examples include: Company Match on 401k,Employee Purchase Discount, and Tuition Reimbursement.

Dal-Tile is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans and their families - Thank You for Your Service!

Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Dont Work participant.

Job Type Manufacturing

Req ID 93722