Maintenance Technician III - Night Shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) $34.25/hr. + $3.00/hr. Shift Differential

Atkore International

Weatherford (TX)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 55,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Leave required under law

Job summary

Atkore International is seeking a Night Shift Maintenance Technician III to support production at the Weatherford, TX location. You will perform preventive maintenance, locate root causes, and repair equipment, ensuring safe operation of motors, pumps, conveyors and extruders.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds. You will follow safety rules, participate in changeovers, and work with power tools and cranes as needed.

Qualifications

Must have strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Must be able to follow safety rules and work methodically.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 50–70 pounds.
Experience with installation and repair of machinery is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, improve and possibly modify/build machines for PVC pipe production.
Ensure safe and operable condition of machinery by performing PMs and inspections.
Locate sources of problems by observing equipment in operation and using measuring tools.
Remove/repair defective parts using cranes, hoists and hand tools.
Assist in changeovers, line setup, startups and shutdowns to minimize downtime.
Fabricate repair parts with machine shop tools and welding equipment.
Maintain and repair production equipment including pumps, motors, conveyors and extruders.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Technician III - Night Shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) $34.25/hr. + $3.00/hr. Shift Differential

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a Night Shift Maintenance Tech to be based out of the Weatherford location. Reporting to the Maintenance Lead, the Maintenance Technician III primary focus will be to support production and quality by ensuring proper operation of equipment. This will include performing preventative maintenance on machinery, locating root cause of problems in a safe and efficient manner to reduce downtime, and being able to operate power equipment and tools.

What you'll do:

Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Maintain, repair, improve, and possibly modify and build machines to aid and improve the process of the manufacture of PVC pipe products.
Abide by all Company rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ensure safe and operable condition of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing PM's requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines per manufacturer's instructions
Locate source of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation: listening for problems: using precision measuring and testing instruments
Remove and repair defective parts; use of cranes, hoists and hand tools
Control downtime by informing production or routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance
Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment, welders, and cutting torch
Align motor/gearbox coupling with laser alignment tool
Perform routine equipment checks
Locate sources of problems by observing equipment in operation
Assist in Changeovers, line setup, startups, and shutdowns; to minimize downtime
Maintain and repair the equipment used to manufacture, package, convey, store, and/ormanipulate PVC conduit; consisting of but not limited to:
Electric motors (AC/DC).
Water pumps.
Vacuum pumps.
Gear motors/boxes.
PVC pipe belling equipment.
100+hp air compressors.
Water Chillers.
Fork trucks.
Automatic cutting equipment (saws).
Vacuum and blown material conveying systems.
PVC pipe granulators.
Maplan and Cincinnati extruders.
Electric heating bands.
Littleford Mixing Machines.
Pneumatic cylinders and solenoids.
Maintain and repair the building and offices

What you'll bring:

Minimum educational requirement is high school diploma, or equivalent.
Must have strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability.
Must be adaptable to changing priorities in a work environment with multiple competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events in a calm and logical manner.
Must follow safety rules and put safety ahead of shortcuts.
Must supply own hand tools and toolbox.
Must have experience with installation and repair of machinery.
Must have good understanding of basic math required for quick and accurate calculations.
Must be able to pay attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization.
Must have excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

Within 3 months, you'll:

Understand our Safety Culture and Core Values of Atkore
Gain an understanding of the basic duties of your job
Gain an understanding of your teammates and area's supported.

Atkore is a six-time Great Place to Work certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $34.25/hr. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include: