Maintenance Technician III

LB Foster; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a qualified Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance and train new employees. Responsibilities include ensuring efficient production through equipment repairs and adherence to safety practices. Candidates should have significant experience in a fast-paced environment and possess a strong mechanical background.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) program with company match

Paid holidays and vacation accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of proven maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with welding and plasma cutting.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and train new employees.
• Control downtime and execute regular maintenance per schedule.
• Locate problems through observation and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Welding skills

Plasma cutting skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Degree from technical college

Job description

Responsible for performing preventative maintenance on all equipment products in a pipe coating facility while following standard work methods and practicing safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. Duties include, but not limited to, repair of equipment including conveyors, drives and gearboxes, wheelabrator, and bearings and shafts. Responsible for training new employees in maintenance process and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Exemplary leader in all safe work practices and procedures.

Demonstrate 5S standards to maintain a clean and safe work area.

Carryout verbal and written instructions from Foreman.

Responsible for the development and training of other team members in maintenance standards and procedures.

Performs Foreman I duties in the absence of Foreman.

Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques and schedule.

Perform regular preventative maintenance per PM schedule and provides feedback when PM schedule may require adjustments.

Locate sources of problems by observing and listening to mechanical devices in operation.

Read and interpret work instructions, then execute work per instructions.

Utilize welding, torch and plasma cutting skills as required.

Other tasks as assigned.

Experience:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Degree from technical college, a plus
• 6+ years of proven maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, including welding and plasma cutting

Skills & Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of mechanical and maintenance responsibilities and skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment safely and efficiently
• Ability to exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to stand, bend, walk and work in a loud environment.
• Average proficiency in mathematics
• Good visual acuity

Competencies:

• Safety
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Customer Focus
• Integrity
• Continuous Improvement
• Adaptability
• Accountability
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking

The Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits the first day of the month afterhire.
• Market-leading 401(k) program with company match, no vesting period.
• 10 paid holidays per year, vacation accrual plan, paid sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 100% tuition reimbursement.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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