Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

Daimler AG (Canada); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation

Benefits plan with 401k matching

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturing company in Charleston is seeking a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician to maintain production equipment and ensure daily operational requirements are met. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 4+ years of relevant experience, and strong skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. This role offers excellent compensation and benefits including 401k matching.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience, or a relevant certificate and 3 years of experience.
• Strong communication skills (listening, speaking, writing).
• Ability to properly size circuit conductors and install electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair work including disassembly and re-assembly of production equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
• Monitor production equipment performance and optimize resources.

Skills

Knowledge of industrial AC/DC electricity [24V – 480V]

Mechanical skills

Hydraulic skills

Pneumatic skills

Strong communications skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4+ years relevant experience or certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLC/BUS systems knowledge

Job description

Job Description - Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician (MER0003QCH)

Description

Shape the future today.

The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.

At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.

Job Overview

The Maintenance Multi-Craft Technician maintains production equipment to ensure the daily production requirements at MBV are obtained.

Responsibilities

Perform repair work including necessary disassembly and re-assembly of production equipment

Perform equipment PM tasks to ensure manufacturer recommended specifications are maintained

Maintains repair and maintenance records

Ability to properly size circuit conductors, circuit protector devices, ability to run conduit if needed, install electrical equipment, wire and unwire equipment as needed

Must understand how to use VOM and other tested related equipment to identify electrical problems

Identifying and analyzing errors and malfunctions such as to related items below:

• Intermittent/inconsistent electrical and mechanical failures on production equipment
• PLC’s, 24v control circuits, 480v 3phase systems, 4-20ma circuits, VFD’s, PC controllers, and fieldbus technology/control technology
• Complex mechanical components such as pumps, motors, bearings, etc.

Perform modernizations, extensions, and modifications according to specifications and/or sketches to electrical drawings. If necessary, adjust PLC programming and utilize PLC to troubleshoot issues. Independently construct or design equipment with use of PLC, BUS-Systems, Network Technology, Mechanical Components, Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems and Cooling/Lubrication Systems

Daily equipment checks, monitoring production equipment performance

Optimizing resources and installations (idea generation and planning)

• Changing processes
• Changing process parameters
• Modification of software (PLC, PC, etc.)
• Perform cycle time analysis and optimize as needed

Interact with and support associates within assigned production areas

Procurement of operative materials, equipment, and service providers

Travel and/or overtime may be required

All other duties as required to support business needs

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of industrial AC/DC electricity [24V – 480V], mechanical, hydraulics, and/or pneumatics required.

Experience changing out bearing and motors preferred.

Basic computer skills required (i.e. Microsoft Office, email).

PLC/BUS system education and/or experience strongly preferred.

Oven and paint booth supply air maintenance experience preferred (i.e. Maxon Gas Train).

Pumping system maintenance experience preferred.

Conveyor system maintenance experience preferred.

Strong communications skills (listening, speaking, writing).

• Siemens S7 PLC logic knowledge – preferred

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.

Required: 4+ years relevant experience; OR Relevant certificate + 3 years relevant experience; OR Relevant associates degree + 1 year relevant experience.

Preferred: 5+ years relevant experience; OR Relevant certificate + 4 years relevant experience; OR Relevant assoc. degree + 2 years relevant experience.

• Indirectly relevant experience: experience working with automation equipment, mechanical repairs, working toward a related degree or certification.

We are all in for change. Are you too? Apply now.

If you have experience in the above and are interested in joining an outstanding company we welcome you to apply. The division Mercedes-Benz Vans is world renown for quality and innovative products.

EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PLAN WITH 401k MATCHING

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation),age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Organization

Mercedes Benz Vans LLC

Primary Location

United States of America - South Carolina - Charleston

Work Locations

8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy Charleston 29456