Gainesville, GA
Applicants must be able to work an assigned schedule. This includes a Continental, 12 hour shift (night shift). On occasion, rotating shifts on a periodic basis as business needs dictate. The maintenance department is continuous operation, 24/7/365.
Applicants must be able to train during the day during the trial period which is typically 90-days and then transition to the night shift on the continental shift 8pm to 8am.
Interviews will require a maintenance technician preliminary assessment.
The Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Technician will support the installation, maintenance and repair of plant and facility machinery and equipment under the direction of the Maintenance Manager in a timely and cost effective manner.
Must have solid industrial maintenance experience - plastic extrusion experience is a plus, and it’s preferred to have some education in a related field. Must also possess electric troubleshooting skills and be well versed in electronics.
MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES:
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Perform scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
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Perform daily and monthly safety inspections.
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Make mechanical and electrical repairs as needed to all equipment as instructed by the Maintenance Manager.
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Assist with maintenance and documentation of spare parts inventory.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Must be able to proficiently use electrical/electronic test equipment (multimeter, amp probe, loop calibrator, etc.)
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Must be capable of interpreting electrical/electronic schematics.
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Must have working knowledge of PLC’s and variable speed drives.
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Must have working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, chill water and HVAC systems.
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Must have basic typing and computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access).
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Work in a non temperature controlled environment.
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Capable of lifting thirty five (35) lbs. on a continuous basis, and at least fifty (50) lbs. as needed. Over fifty (50) lbs. requires assistance.