What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Maintenance Technician position at Klement Sausage Co.?
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team!
The Maintenance Technician will troubleshoot, repair and maintain mechanical equipment. Maintenance Technicians use educated decisions based on equipment knowledge and understanding to solve mechanical problems. Maintenance Technicians also install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings. This role will keep machines, mechanical equipment, and the structure of the facilities in repair.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Service, repair, adjust and test various machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanic (not electronic) principles.
- Acquire and retain knowledge of basic and routine maintenance and repair procedures.
- Perform mechanical, and electrical maintenance on plant facilities i.e. building, floors, walls.
- Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on refrigeration systems, HVAC, and NH3.
- Communicate effectively (written and verbally) with team members and operations team on all levels.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
- Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Connect power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and test unit to evaluate its mechanical operation.
- Repair and lubricate machines and equipment.
- Maintain appropriate service and repair records.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience and Training
- At least 4 years of industrial maintenance.
- Ability to use a variety of hand tools and equipment.
Technology/Equipment
- Basic Computer Skills
Characteristics
- Ability to follow all safety guidelines; attention to detail; enjoys working with tools and determining root causes to eliminate repeat issues.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience and Training
- Ability to read and understand mechanical schematics.
Technology/Equipment
- Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Proficient using MegaMation.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Plant Conditions
- 35° – 48° F; Humidity
- Occasional freezer
- Slippery floors
Protective Clothing Required
- Hard Hat
- Steel Toed Shoes
- Hearing Protection
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