Maintenance Technician - Vancouver, WA

VetJobs; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with match

Safety bonus

Paid vacation & holidays

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Farwest Steel is seeking a maintenance technician in Vancouver, WA to oversee safe installation, upkeep and repair of our mechanical systems. You will troubleshoot, repair, read blueprints, and perform preventive maintenance on production equipment.

The role requires hands-on experience with machinery, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and the ability to work safely at heights. A valid driver's license is required, and CAD familiarity is a plus. On-site schedule Mon–Fri with two shifts available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED
• 3-5 years of production maintenance experience
• Overhead crane repair experience is a plus
• Strong working knowledge of machinery, mechanics, plumbing, welding, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• CAD experience a plus
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical drive components including bearings, bushings, seals, gears, and belt/chain drives
• Must be able to work safely at heights (overhead cranes)
• Current valid driver’s license
• Follow repair manuals and blueprints to make repairs
• Team or solo work capability

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and lubricate machines and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on facility and production machinery.
• Install, dismantle, clean, reassemble, and move production machinery.
• Perform hydraulic and pneumatic fluid repairs.
• Document preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• Read blueprints and schematics to determine repair procedures.
• Maintain building mechanicals, utilities and HVAC systems.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Overhead crane repair

Machinery knowledge

Pneumatic & hydraulic systems

Mechanical drive components

Reading blueprints

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

About Farwest

Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 600 employees in 7 Western States.

As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees. We are a full line steel service center with product line distribution, flame, plasma, and laser processing, welding, forming, rolling, and reinforcing steel capabilities.

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance and Disability, a 401K with up to a 3.5% match.
• Safety bonus of up to $0.60 an hour paid quarterly based on branch safety goals.
• Career development opportunities.
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays.

About This Position

Job Type: Full Time, Onsite

Schedule: Mon. - Fri.

Swing shift 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Graveyard shift 3:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Wage: $21.00 to $32.00 per hour, DOE

Responsible for the safe installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, relocation and removal of all equipment and facilities mechanical systems based on the highest safety, quality standards and best practices in the steel service industry.

Major Duties

• Troubleshoot, repair and lubricate machines and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on facility and production machinery.
• Install, dismantle, clean, reassemble, and move production machinery.
• Perform fluid mechanic repairs (hydraulic and pneumatic).
• Performance and Documentation of Preventative Maintenance on production equipment.
• Read blueprints and schematics to determine repair procedures.
• Basic knowledge of industrial electrical principles and controls.
• Maintain all building mechanicals, utilities and HVAC systems.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Auto req ID

482577BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED
• Candidates must have 3-5 years of production maintenance experience
• Overhead crane repair experience is a plus
• Strong working knowledge of machinery, mechanics, plumbing, welding, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• CAD experience a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical drive components including bearings, bushings, seals, gears, and belt/chain drives.
• Must be able to work safely and rationally with heights (such as with overhead cranes).
• Current Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Effectively follow repair manuals, blueprints, diagrams, to make appropriate repairs.
• Must respond and follow oral and written instructions timely and accurately.
• Must work in a team environment or unaccompanied.

City

Vancouver

State

Washington

Job_Category

Maintenance

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

Farwest Steel