Plant Maintenance Tech

Athens Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 44,744 - 51,494; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Job summary

Athens Services in Los Angeles is hiring a Plant Maintenance Technician. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in maintenance within a production environment, including knowledge of electrical and mechanical troubleshooting. Responsibilities include repairing machinery and performing maintenance inspections. The hourly wage ranges from $32.48 to $37.38, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401K plan. Candidates must hold a valid Class C Driver's License and possess personal tools.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in maintenance & repair in production style environment.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and identify electrical/mechanical issues.
• Valid Class C Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventative plant maintenance.
• Advise the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager of operational problems.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Fabrication (Mig/Tig/Arc/Oxy Acetylene)

Welding

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Trade School Certification

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

Summary

The Plant Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Supervisor. The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machines and equipment using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring testing instruments. Diagnoses machinery components and determines if and when adjustments or repairs are required. Increasing level of responsibility per experience. This position will also require housekeeping/cleaning responsibilities as needed throughout the shift.

Job Description

• Observes mechanical devices in operation and troubleshoots problems.
• Dismantles device to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, hand tools and power tools.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes on dimensional requirements, using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of device and control instruments using hand and/or power tools.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Advise the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager of any operational problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Complies with all safety, health, environmental, and other Company policies, procedures and requirements.
• Perform preventative plant maintenance.
• General plant maintenance inspection and diagnosis & repairs.
• Welding & cutting as needed.
• Maintain, repair and clean MRF Equipment, including but not limited to upper and lower shaker decks, conveyor tunnels, walking floor tunnels, conveyor, beds, head & tail pulley.
• Maintain, repair and clean exhaust fans, including but not limited to air and carbon filters

Required Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in maintenance & repair in production style environment.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Fabrication knowledge (Mig/Tig/Arc/Oxy Acetylene/brazing etc.)
• Sufficient working knowledge regarding plant component repairs and replacements.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and identify electrical/mechanical issues and complete in a safe timely manner.
• Perform all tasks safely and in accordance with applicable OSHA rules and regulations.
• Consistently behaves in a manner that is appropriate and professional.
• Valid Class C Driver's License.
• Acceptable Driver's Record.
• Must possess personal tools.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade School Certification.
• Bilingual English / Spanish.
• Welder certification.
• Waste, rock & sand, concrete, and/or asphalt industry experience.

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Physical:
  • Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
  • Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, exposure to unprotected heights, exposure to heavy machinery, & eye/hand coordination, & handling continuously.
  • Bending, reaching, stretching, crouching, & lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. continuously.
• Environmental:
  • Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet slippery surfaces, hot/cold conditions, & noise continuously.
  • Works inside and outside.

Salary

$32.48 - $37.38 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran