PalletOne Inc Maintenance Technician

PalletOne of Florida, Inc; Hazlehurst (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician in Hazlehurst, Georgia. You will maintain, repair, and install equipment and facilities under supervision, performing routine tasks and preventive maintenance on manufacturing lines.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years of industrial maintenance experience, and a valid driver's license. You will work with hydraulic, pneumatic systems and use measuring tools while adhering to OSHA safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of maintenance/repair experience in manufacturing.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• Ability to read basic machine schematics and use measuring equipment with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on industrial equipment.
• Inspect and maintain mechanical systems using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Follow OSHA requirements and lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Organize parts and materials and lift/move loads up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Measuring equipment use

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic tools

Pneumatic tools

Presses

Cordless drills

Clamps

Measuring tools

Job description

Job Summary Maintenance Technician maintains, repairs, and installs equipment, machinery, and facilities under direct supervision. Maintains a variety of records; participates in special projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This is the entry-level position for the Maintenance Technician series.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• This position performs routine tasks and duties including performing scheduled preventative maintenance pm assigned by a supervisor
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery using a variety of tools
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities
• Practices safety awareness in all actions, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures for all responsibilities
• Shares information with the supervisor and other team members in a manner that is understandable
• Possesses strong troubleshooting skills
• General knowledge of tools both hand tools and power tools
• Ability to provide personal tools as required
• Must be able to read and understand basic machine schematics with little guidance
• Highly organized with an emphasis on detail
• Organize parts and materials in the proper locations
• Lift, move, push, pull, carry and manipulate large and small materials weighing up to 20lbs frequently and up to 50lbs unaccompanied
• Display a positive team player approach supporting management objectives
• Able to follow directions well
• Display the willingness to learn
• Ability to work with other departments to ensure overall success
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required
• 1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must have the ability to use the following equipment in a safe and effective manner: hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other misc small tools
• Willing to learn how to properly use a variety of measuring equipment to a high level of accuracy of 0.001” to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts; such as digital and dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, levels, angle and depth gages, etc
• Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.