Maintenance Technician (SDKY) - 1st Shift (M – Th, 7 am – 5 pm)

U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match with profit sharing

Paid training

Annual bonus potential

Paid vacation time

Shift differential pay

Job summary

U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC is seeking a skilled maintenance technician in Ohio to perform electrical and mechanical repairs, run shop machinery, and troubleshoot PLC systems.

The role emphasizes proactive downtime reduction, safety, and reliable operation across industrial equipment. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, with 5+ years in industrial maintenance, and may hold a 2-year electrical degree or technical school credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
• 2-year Electrical Degree a plus
• Technical School Degree a plus
• 5+ years’ experience in process improvement; PLC troubleshooting and repair; Industrial electrical and mechanical repair; general industrial facility maintenance
• Able to troubleshoot and solve problems and determine a course of action
• Fosters a team environment by the ability to influence others within the department

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned duties independently with minimal supervision in a timely, proficient and well organized manner
• Completes projects with minimal guidance; proactive to minimize downtime
• Implements reliability improvements and uptime enhancements
• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical devices; dismantles and repairs components
• Sets up shop machinery (lathe, drill press, grinders, band saw, cutting torch, welder)
• Proficient in PLC programming, editing and ladder logic troubleshooting
• Sources supplies and tools for new installations or upgrades to electrical cabinets and components
• Installs or repairs hydraulic and pneumatic valves, manifolds, solenoids and related equipment
• Inspects circuits and wiring for safety and compliance
• Maintains inventory of parts and requires paperwork upkeep
• Fabricates using welding techniques (stick and MIG)
• Uses hand and pneumatic tools to modify or repair parts
• Operates forklift and hydraulic platforms as needed
• Adheres to Safety, Health and Environmental guidelines and attends 40 hours of annual training
• Maintains clean and organized work area
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job description

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the‑art products available in the world and we strive to be the “Best Value” supplier in the industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be able to perform all assigned perform duties independently and with minimal supervision in a timely, proficient and well organized manner.
• Completes projects with minimal guidance demonstrating a proactive behavior to minimize equipment down time and lost production capability.
• Improves reliability and uptime of all equipment. Takes a proactive approach to equipment issues with a preventive maintenance approach.
• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical devices in operation. Dismantles and examines equipment and components to gain access to and remove, repair and replace defective parts
• Sets up and operates shop machinery such as lathe, drill press, grinders, band saws, cutting torch, welder, etc.
• Must be proficient in PLC program writing, editing and ladder logic troubleshooting.
• Researches supplies, parts and tools needed for new installation or upgrades of electrical cabinets and related electrical components to include disconnects, PLCs, motor starters, contactors, timers, relays, fuse blocks and wire path ways.
• Installs new or repairs/modifies hydraulic and pneumatic valves, manifolds, solenoids and miscellaneous associated equipment as needed.
• Inspects circuits and wiring to ensure safety and security.
• Researches supplies, parts and tools needed to complete work orders.
• Assists in identifying and maintaining an accurate inventory of parts.
• Ability to fabricate using various welding techniques to include stick and MIG.
• Contributes to upkeep and updating of required paperwork such as records, maintenance logs, documents, manuals, drawings, PM logs, etc.
• Uses hand tools and pneumatic tools to modify or repair parts and equipment.
• Operates forklift and hydraulic working platforms as needed.
• Follows applicable Safety, Health and Environmental rules and guidelines while performing job duties.
• Attends a minimum of 40-hours annual company sponsored skill based training.
• Maintains departmental housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
• 2-year Electrical Degree a plus
• Technical School Degree a plus
• 5+ years’ experience in the following areas: process improvement; problem solving techniques; PLC troubleshooting and repair; Industrial electrical and mechanical repair; general industrial facility maintenance; and industrial operations
• Exhibits required in-depth job knowledge and skills
• Able to troubleshoot and solve problems and determine a course of action
• Fosters a team environment by the ability to influence others within the department
• Can prioritize the work and coordinate with other department Supervisors
• Supports complex customer needs/requests
• Exhibits a sense of urgency to get the job done

U.S. Tsubaki offers:

• A competitive compensation package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, education reimbursement, and annual bonus potential
• Paid vacation time
• 90-day and 180-day performance reviews
• Shift differential pay for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Weekly bonus potential
• Paid training
• Weekly pay
• Shift: 4 days a week, 10 hours per day.
• Days: Monday - Thursday (standard schedule). Overtime may be required on Fridays/Saturdays according to business needs.

Learn more about U.S. Tsubaki at: www.ustsubaki.com/careers

The estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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