What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at AmeriTex Pipe & Products?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to:
- Follows Safety Guidelines and procedures set for this role.
- Adheres to all required safe working procedures.
- Assists with daily maintenance of production equipment to support the operation of the plant.
- Assists in the installation of new production equipment.
- Services and maintains equipment, including motors, conveyors, transmission systems, and production-related equipment.
- Conducts daily inspections assessing the proper functionality of production machines.
- Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical breakdowns.
- Fabricates parts for repairs and upgrades using hand and machine tools.
- Ensures the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance repairs, equipment installations, and changeovers.
- Conducts routine maintenance and safety checks on production equipment.
- Performs preventative maintenance and repairs.
- Documents all the work done on the facilities and equipment using the CMMS app.
- Uses hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
- Learn to use various hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
- Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and service manuals to perform required maintenance and service.
EDUCATION
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate Technical Degree preferred.
SKILLS and EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of two years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial manufacturing production and material-handling equipment is required.
- Working knowledge of lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Basic understanding of computer systems and controls
- Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent teamwork skills.
- Excellent time-management skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to follow detailed instructions.
