Preventive Maintenance Technician

Stryten Energy; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 32,402 - 46,148; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) with Company Match

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Stryten Energy in Salina, KS is seeking a Preventive Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance tasks, lead training for less skilled technicians, and work unsupervised. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, assisting with mechanical problems, and maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, a mechanical background, and the ability to work under diverse environmental conditions. Competitive pay and benefits including weekly pay, medical coverage, and educational assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years mechanical background (Diesel, Auto Mechanics, or Industrial).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to communicate in simple English to receive instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Preventive Maintenance Department and provide guidance.
• Wire electric motors, starters, and troubleshoot systems.
• Perform minor fabrication jobs and maintain a tidy work area.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Mechanical background (Diesel, Auto Mechanics, or Industrial)

Basic electrical troubleshooting

Ability to work unsupervised

Communication in simple English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welders

Grinders

Lathes

Job description

Overview

Preventive Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing preventive maintenance tasks assigned to them by their supervisor. Assist in the training of less skilled technicians. Show the ability to work unsupervised and be able to lead others.

Our plant is located in Salina, KS but we have employees that live in our neighboring towns such as Concordia, Ellsworth, Herrington and McPherson.

Shift: J Shift

Rate: $28.51

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical coverage through Anthem Blue Cross BlueShield
• Dental coverage through Cigna
• Vision - free annual exams for enrolled employees
• Educational Assistance Program - get reimbursed for expenses related to college tuition, certifications, etc
• Paid Time Off
• Insurance Plans - Life, AD&D, LTD, STD and other optional benefits may be available

Responsibilities

• Must be able to comply with all safety and health policies and procedures and sustain a zero injury mindset.
• Work unsupervised in all areas of the plant and distribution center.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Preventive Maintenance Department.
• Assist with training and guidance of less skilled technicians.
• Wire electric motors, starters, and solenoids.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems.
• Perform minor fabrication jobs using welders, torches, drill presses, saws, mills, and lathes.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and parts manuals.
• Suggest and create useful modifications for equipment improvements.
• Use variance reports and MP2 maintenance software for equipment break down history to pinpoint and eliminate up to one (1) recurring problem yearly.
• Must be able to communicate in simple English to receive instructions, interact with supervisors, and understand repair manuals and work orders.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Comply with current Quality System requirements.
• Hazardous waste training shall be provided to the employee within six months of the date the employee filled this position and a review of this training provided every 12 months thereafter. The employee will complete a program of classroom instruction. The employee shall be supervised until training is completed. The training shall consist of a review of proper management of hazardous waste, satellite accumulation containers, how to review and prepare a hazardous waste manifest, and proper labeling requirements.
• Perform other work as assigned by Management including 5S cleaning.

Qualifications

• Hand and power tools, welders, grinders, torch, mill, lathe, and computers.
• Personal protective equipment as required.
• Continuous standing, walking, and bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and reaching for 12‑hour shifts. Repetitious work.
• Will be exposed to extreme environmental conditions (hot, cold, humid).
• Occasional lifting from grams up to 50 pounds.
• 1 to 2 years mechanical background (Diesel, Auto Mechanics, or Industrial).
• High school diploma or equivalent.

EEO Statement

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.