Maintenance Technician - Swing Shift

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Kent (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus plan

Paid time off 120 hours/yr

10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Protective Coatings Inc. located in Kent, WA, seeks a Level 3 Facilities Technician with strong welding and maintenance background. You will handle MIG/TIG welding, maintain paint and HVAC systems, and mentor junior technicians in a fast‑paced factory environment.

Responsibilities include tool operation, equipment maintenance, inventory, and safety compliance. The role requires 3–5 years experience, high school diploma, and ability to work 2pm–10:30pm shift.

Qualifications

• Basic Mig welding and metal fabrication skills.
• Ability to use several power tools (drills, saws, grinders, etc.).
• Ability to read, write and speak English clearly.
• Detail oriented, quick learner with strong organizational skills.
• Good communicator capable of representing the company positively.
• Able to mentor lower‑level staff and train others.

Responsibilities

• Maintain attendance and follow shift schedule, on‑call for emergencies.
• Follow all policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Wear PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Operate facilities equipment including power tools, hoists, cranes, forklifts, etc.
• Maintain and troubleshoot facilities systems and HVAC, rectifier and paint systems.

Skills

Mig welding

Power tools

English literacy

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Information

Country: United States of America

State / County: Washington

City: Kent

Division: Aerostructures

Company: Protective Coatings

Function: Maintenance

Workplace Type: On-Site

Position type: Full Time

Opportunity ID: 24127

Job Description

Located in Kent Washington, Protective Coatings Inc. is a leading provider of full service finishing for the aerospace, electronics and medical industries in both commercial and defense applications. Services include but are not limited to non‑destructive testing such as fluorescent penetrant and magnetic particle inspection and a wide variety of surface enhancement processes such as shot peening and abrasive blasting, passivation, cadmium and nickel zinc plating, chromic, sulfuric and boric sulfuric acid anodizing and the application of chromate conversion coating on ferrous and non‑ferrous alloys. Organic coating includes the application and testing of multiple resin systems such as epoxies, phenolics, polyurethanes, polyesters, elastomeric, intumescent, lacquers, alkyds, acrylics, dry‑film lubricants, powder coatings and Teflon. Current approvals include the National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program, (NADCAP), Boeing Commercial Aircraft Company, Boeing Defense and Space, Boeing/Philadelphia, Boeing Long Beach, Grumman, Gulfstream, Lockheed Martin, Goodrich, Bombardier, Cessna and Sikorsky among much else.

Founded in 1976, Protective Coatings Inc. was later acquired by Precision Castparts in 2012 and became part of the Aerostructures Division.

Position Summary

The Level 3 Facilities Technician shall be familiar with all operating systems including shot peening machinery and equipment maintenance, paint component mixing systems, HVAC systems, air compressors and dryers, and rectifier systems, to name a few. Facilities technicians at this level will be expected to perform welding applications such as MIG welding, and will provide for special tooling concepts and fabrications. Other responsibilities will include maintenance and installation of monitoring and control equipment such as temperature controls, metering systems, electrical heating and timer systems for production tanks. A Level 3 Facilities Technician will be expected to mentor and train lower-level technicians, facilitate, and give direction for the Facilities department based on production needs. Candidates must have the ability and desire to be flexible and adaptable in a fast‑paced production environment, be resourceful and innovative along with presenting a strong business ethic and compliance to leadership and company policies, and a good communicator with the ability to represent the company in a positive manner.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintaining regular and punctual attendance according to shift-times or a pre‑arranged work schedule and could include on call for plant production emergencies on a rotating schedule.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Wear and maintain proper personal protective equipment ( PPE ) and follow all required safety procedures.
• Safely operates facilities equipment such as power tools, hoists, cranes, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
• Complete knowledge and maintenance of entire facilities systems including powder coating system, In‑line paint mixing system, vapor degreaser, solvent distiller system, HVAC systems, plating/anodize rectifier systems, processing tank electric heater and timer systems, shot peen machines, and NDT on‑demand hot water system.
• Operation of production facilities equipment including ovens, dryer and oven controls, immersion tanks and controls, air compressors, and paint booths and make‑up air units.
• Orders and inventories materials, tools, accessories, and parts to support production facility departments, machinery, and equipment.
• Rack and special tooling fabrication.
• Performs Stick, MIG and TIG welding.
• Operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill, and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools.
• Performs equipment maintenance on such items as air compressors
• Performs plumbing and maintenance to facilities water piping systems.
• Knowledge and performance of electrical work to facilities and machinery.
• Perform repairs and service maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Studies production schedules and estimates repair and work completion to better schedule around production.
• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Will at times require heavy lifting or use of mechanical hoist for the aid in lifting objects.
• Operators will be exposed to various cleaning and production chemicals‑odors and occasional fumes, wet‑humid conditions ( indoors ), outside weather conditions, and moderate noise level.

Required Skills

• Basic Mig welding & metal fabrication skill sets
• Ability to use several different types of power tools. Drills, Saws, Grinders , Drill press, Sanders, Plasma cutter, all hand tools as well.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Must be detail oriented and quick learner. Organizational skill set is a must.
• Good communicator with ability to represent the Company in a positive manner.
• Excellent vision, including normal color vision.
• Basic computer skills, phone apps and email are a requirement
• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑starter and ability to work alone or as a member of a team, and good cooperative skills.
• Ability to direct, train, and mentor lower‑level employees.
• Ability to apply basic mathematic skill sets - Tape measurements adding and subtracting.
• Understanding of Industrial facility layouts including - electrical panels, overhead sprinkler water systems, pneumatics, roll up doors, lighting, and ensuring a secure facility during plant closure and open start up procedures.

Required Experience

• Typically, 3‑5 years of Industrial Maintenance Experience

Level of Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Shift

• Monday through Friday from 2pm to 10:30pm

Benefits

• This role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter.
• Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year.
• Employees also receive 10 paid holidays.
• Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.

Pay

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $30 to $40 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors.

Security Requirements

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Recruitment Policy

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.