Technician Maintenance I

ES Utilities South Dakota-USA; Holden (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Terex Corporation, through Ferrara/KME, is seeking a maintenance technician to support its facility operations. You will perform routine maintenance and repair of equipment, troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and plumbing issues, and assist with installations and upgrades.

The role requires operating forklifts and heavy equipment while maintaining a safe, organized work area. You will read blueprints, work instructions, and manuals, and perform tasks in varied indoor/outdoor

Qualifications

• HS Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must read and understand English.
• Willingness to work overtime with little or no advance notice.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read tape measure accurately.
• Ability to work independently in isolated situations with minimal supervision.
• Must twist, bend, stoop, kneel, stand, squat, crawl and climb.
• Stand/walk up to 10 hours per day on concrete surfaces.
• Lift up to 40 pounds unassisted and up to 80 pounds with a team.
• Work overhead and at elevated heights.
• Operate heavy machinery.
• Work in varying indoor/outdoor conditions including heat.
• Able to operate vehicles, forklifts and heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair of facility equipment, systems and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and plumbing issues.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment, tools and facility systems.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts and other heavy equipment according to safety rules.
• Assist with installation, modification and repair of facility equipment and systems.
• Repair and maintain hand tools, power tools and maintenance equipment.
• Assist with hazardous waste handling and disposal.
• Read and interpret work instructions, maintenance procedures, blueprints, schematics and manuals.
• Perform maintenance in overhead, confined and physically demanding environments.
• Operate company and utility vehicles with trailers as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Respond to maintenance requests promptly.
• Support facility improvements, special projects and equipment installations.
• Minimize equipment downtime to aid production and operations.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Read English

Tool operation

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Tape measure

Blueprints interpretation

Job description

Ferrara/KME are premiere manufacturers of fire trucks and emergency response vehicles offering a full line of pumpers, aerials, industrial, wildland, and rescue apparatus. Working hands-on with both municipal and industrial fire departments, the Ferrara/KME team thrives on diagnosing departments' current apparatus limitations and response needs to custom design the perfect fire apparatus solution that will stand the test of time.

Ferrara/KME is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs routine maintenance, repair, and installation work on facility systems, equipment, and grounds to support safe and efficient operations. This position assists with electrical, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic, and general maintenance activities throughout the facility. This position works independently and with other team members to troubleshoot issues, complete preventative maintenance tasks, and support continuous facility operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform general maintenance and repair of facility equipment, systems, and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and plumbing issues.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment, tools, and facility systems.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other heavy equipment in accordance with company procedures and safety requirements.
• Assist with installation, modification, and repair of facility equipment and systems.
• Repair and maintain hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Assist with hazardous waste handling and disposal.
• Read and interpret work instructions, maintenance procedures, blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Perform maintenance activities in overhead, confined, and physically demanding work environments as required.
• Operate company vehicles, utility vehicles, forklifts, or side-by-side vehicles with trailers as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Assist with facility improvements, special projects, and equipment installations.
• Support production and operational teams by minimizing equipment downtime.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS (education, experience, physical, work environment):

• Must possess a HS Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must be able to read and understand English.
• Willingness to work overtime with little or no advance notice.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read tape measure accurately.
• Ability to work independently in isolated situations with minimal to no supervision.
• Must be able to twist, bend, stoop, kneel, stand, squat, crawl, and climb.
• Must be able to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per day on concrete surfaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted and up to 80 pounds team lift.
• Ability to work overhead and at elevated heights.
• Must be able to operate heavy machinery.
• Must be able to work in varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including but not limited to outside heat in excess of 100 degrees for up to 10 hours.
• Must be able to safely operate vehicles, forklifts, utility vehicles, and heavy machinery.

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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