Maintenance Technician- Medina

Ravago Manufacturing Americas; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravago Americas is seeking a Level I–III Technician to maintain and repair industrial machinery, piping, and electrical systems. Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, replacing worn parts, and maintaining records. The role covers welding, fabrication, and basic electrical work across the facility.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and relevant maintenance experience; AWS welding certification is a plus. This is an on-site position in Medina, OH.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred; 5 years of relevant maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean MVR required.
• Level III Technician certification in welding/ carpentry / electrical/ PLC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment.
• Dismantle defective machines and replace worn parts.
• Repair and maintain building plumbing and electrical systems.
• Install and lay out pipe systems and hydraulic/pneumatic equipment.
• Operate cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Maintain preventive maintenance and production records in MPulse.
• Assist with facility safety, cleanliness, and organization.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

AWS welding certification

Driver's license

Tools

MPulse software

Welding equipment

Cutting torch

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Objective / Purpose

Maintains and repairs physical structures, pipe and electrical systems, mechanical and hydraulic components of production machines and equipment, and machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, and conveyor systems. Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools and fits and assembles parts to fabricate or repair machine tools and maintain industrial machines.

Areas of Responsibility / Tasks

Level I Technician (General)

• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Repairs and maintains physical structure of establishment.
• Inspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
• Removes and replaces worn or defective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system.
• Locates damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machine, and measures, cuts, threads, and installs new pipe.
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Assists departments with requests including moving furniture and unloading and storing supplies.
• Requisitions tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintains time (preventive maintenance) and production records (general work orders) utilizing MPulse software.
• Operates snow removal equipment to maintain sidewalks.
• Maintains a clean and organized workspace.
• Operates and understands cutting torch or welding equipment at a basic level to cut or join metal parts.
• Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures at a basic level.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as motors and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables at a basic level.
• Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance & Safety Manager.

Level II Technician

• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Installs new or repaired parts.
• Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Starts machines and equipment to test operation following repair.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Maintains and repairs building’s plumbing systems.
• Creates project parts lists.
• Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts; demonstrates proficiency and quality of work.
• Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures; demonstrates proficiency and quality of work.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as motors and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables; demonstrates proficiency and quality of work.
• Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance & Safety Manager.

Level III Technician

• Installs and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment.
• Operates snow removal equipment to maintain parking lots.
• Reviews manufacturers’ service manuals, own establishment’s usage schedules, and records of maintenance problems to determine optimum frequency of preventive maintenance.
• Studies production and operation schedules and confers with other staff and with maintenance supervisors to determine when planned maintenance will least interfere with operation of establishment.
• Estimates costs of personnel, parts, and supplies to be used during scheduled maintenance.
• Maintains records of planned and completed maintenance.
• Communicates with third party contractors on repairs or equipment.
• Operates cutting torch or welding equipment (MIG/TIG/Stick) to cut or join metal parts; demonstrates high proficiency and excellent quality of work.
• Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures; demonstrates expert level of the tools and equipment (saws, drills, air tools, etc.). Highly proficient in use and excellent quality of work.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as motors and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables; demonstrates expert level of tools and equipment (meters, PLC, motors, 24V, 120-480V, etc.). Highly proficient and excellent quality of work.
• Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance & Safety Manager.

Safety Compliance

• Maintain a safe working environment; Adhere to all OSHA and Company safety standards.

Environmental Compliance

• Assist with facility Operation Clean Sweep compliance.
• Assist with the repurpose and recycling of resources.

Communication

• Keep management abreast of significant issues or developments that impact operations, quality, safety, health, or environmental.
• Enter details completion records in MPulse and associated electronic storage.
• Generate and identify Corrective Action reports and Opportunities for Improvement reports.
• Follow all ISO requirements; ensure ISO documentation is current and adhered to.
• Receive written and verbal instructions from Manager.

Minimum Qualifications / Education / Certifications

• Education:
• High School Diploma - preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in similar title and scope of responsibility – preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR - required.
• Level III Technician – certification from an accredited institution for welding technology AWS certification/3G welding certification/6G welding certification, carpentry, electrical, and computer (PLC) engineering - preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (with emphasis on Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint) and a capability to learn basic systems.
• Familiarity with process mapping and basic quality processes preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and display analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage time, organize, and set priorities.
• Detail oriented and well organized.
• Knowledge of pneumatic equipment, plumbing, general construction, welding, fabrication, hydraulic and mechanical equipment, electrical (up to 480v) control panels and PLC.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment / Conditions

• Must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise, with or without the use of a private office.
• Schedules may vary from week to week based on business demands in excess of 40 hours with or without notice.
• All injuries regardless of severity must be reported to your Supervisor/HR immediately.

Physical Requirements / Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to communicate verbally, read, and comprehend information.
• On occasion the incumbent will perform repetitive motions that require constant grasping, holding, and frequent finger dexterity.
• Frequently, the duties require color distinction, visual inspection, and measuring/assembling at distances close to the eye.
• While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to travel by foot, forklift, golf cart, vehicle, or other means of transportation which require sitting, waiting, walking, and standing for long and short periods of time.
• The duties will require constant lifting of a weight 30 lbs. and less, frequently 30-60 lbs., occasionally 60-85 lbs., and with assistance on a rare basis, over 85 lbs.
• The duties will require occasional pushing and pulling up to 90 lbs.
• On occasion, the duties may require bending, squatting, crawling, and reaching, climbing, and working in heights above 75 feet from ground level.

Notice To Applicants

Ravago Americas is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this employer depends solely upon your qualifications.