Maintenance Technician-Level 2

Steel Forgings, Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team in Shreveport. This role involves hands-on maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting, showcasing strong mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about keeping production running smoothly, this opportunity offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a thriving manufacturing operation. Join a team where your expertise will make a real impact!

Benefits

Competitive wage

Annual bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of machinery maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical, industrial, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on machinery maintenance and repairs in a manufacturing plant.
• Complete preventive maintenance on production machines and equipment.

Skills

Machinery maintenance experience

Mechanical skills

Industrial skills

Hydraulic skills

Pneumatic skills

Troubleshooting motor start circuits

Troubleshooting hydraulic circuits

Ability to work independently

Tools

Personal protective equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician will perform hands-on machinery maintenance and work with a team of maintenance professionals responsible for machine and equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and facilities upkeep in our manufacturing plant located in the Shreveport/Bossier City, LA area.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure operation of all machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on production machines, motors, equipment, and tools.
• Perform mechanical repairs on production and facility related equipment.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs with plant supervisors.
• Communicate plant equipment repair/operational status to maintenance manager and operations leadership team.
• Safely operate tools and equipment needed during the repair and servicing of equipment.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 3-5 years of machinery maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical, industrial, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills.
• Ability to fit up bearings, bushings, pulley and belts on shafts.
• Ability to troubleshoot motor start circuits.
• Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic circuits.
• Ability to work independently.
• Troubleshooting skills for manufacturing and facility equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
• Working in temperature zones that may include hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present.

Benefits:

• Competitive wage.
• Annual bonus based on performance.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid time off.