Maintenance Technician - PLCs, Welding & Machine Repair

Cascade Die Casting Group Inc; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascade Die Casting Group Inc. seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform installation, maintenance and repair of die cast machines, furnaces, and related equipment. You will diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, weld as needed, and maintain records and safety compliance.

Advanced PLC knowledge (Allen Bradley, SLC-500) and welding skills are highly valued; ability to work overtime and lift heavy loads is expected in a busy plant environment in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics and diagrams.
• Experience with electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC and SLC-500 hardware.
• Welding experience (MIG/TIG) preferred.
• Ability to use testing equipment and basic computer tools.
• Journeyman certification or maintenance certificate preferred.
• Lock Out/Tag Out knowledge a plus.
• Forklift, crane and aerial lift experience a bonus.
• On-the-job training provided; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance and repair of die cast machines and related equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic issues and repair as needed.
• Inspect equipment and prepare reports following standard procedures.
• Operate forklifts, cranes and aerial lifts safely during maintenance tasks.
• Keep preventative maintenance records up to date and document time spent.
• Adhere to 5S and safety policies and participate in continuous improvement.
• Communicate issues with supervisors and teammates; work overtime as required.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical maintenance

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Reading blueprints

Allen Bradley PLC

SLC-500

Troubleshooting

5S / housekeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman certification or maintenance certificate

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

SLC-500

Testing equipment

Forklift

Crane

Aerial lift

Job description

Cascade Die Casting Group Inc. seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform installation, maintenance and repair of die cast machines, furnaces, and related equipment. You will diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, weld as needed, and maintain records and safety compliance.

Advanced PLC knowledge (Allen Bradley, SLC-500) and welding skills are highly valued; ability to work overtime and lift heavy loads is expected in a busy plant environment in Grand Rapids, Michigan.