Maintenance Technician

JOB TITLE: Maintenance Technician

DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing

LOCATION: Dublin, TX

PAY: $17/hr

BENEFITS: Benefits include a full health insurance policy that is 100% covered by Prime, a 50% matching 401(k) package, and a $25,000 life insurance policy. Comprehensive dental, vision and supplemental life insurance options are also available. PTO is available after 6 months. 7 paid holidays.

SUMMARY: Our Maintenance Technician is responsible for general repair and maintenance of the equipment and machinery within our shop and steel yard.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and repairs on engines, motors, pneumatic and hydraulic machinery, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic and air powered equipment to determine flaws.
• Cleans and maintains tools and equipment used for machine maintenance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Occasional overnight travel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience in manufacturing/fabrication shop is preferred but not required.
• Mechanical and electrical experience is preferred but not required.
• Electronic and automation controls preferred but not required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Positive attitude and desire to work as a team player.
• Follow safety procedures including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs regularly and up to 75lbs occasionally with assistance.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to handle materials, tools, and welding equipment and machines.
• Ability to kneel, crouch, climb, or work in awkward positions to complete work.
• Visual acuity to read measurements, inspect welds, and maintain quality standards.
• Use of ladders or lifts.
• Exposure to welding fumes, bright light (arc flash), heat, sparks, and airborne particles.
• Everyday use of PPE including flame-resistant clothing, welding helmet, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and safety-toe boots.
• Climate conditions vary in production areas from hot in the summer to cold in the winter.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.