Indianapolis, IN
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for safely completing maintenance assignments to build, clean, repair and/or maintain all equipment in good operating condition quickly and accurately, while keeping associated costs to a minimum to help meet Plant goals. The Maintenance Technician is expected to be multi-skilled and able to contribute to plant maintenance activities in a variety of craft disciplines. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager.
Required Education and Skills:
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Perform maintenance on all production machinery and equipment.
Installs, repairs, and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance.
Must have basic skills on use of computers: MS Office, Windows, and Computerized Maintenance Management Software.
Requires the ability to safely operate a wide variety of tools such as hand tools, power tools, drill press, band saw, welder, cutting torch, etc.
Must have knowledge of mechanical systems including gear boxes, motors, air compressors, pumps, AC and DC drive troubleshooting, etc.
Must be able to navigate electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics for planning and troubleshooting.
Must be able to read, communicate and comprehend written and oral instructions in English; read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, equipment files, etc.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing form through letters and email. Ability to do research on the Internet or company Intranet.
Ability to implement, enforce and maintain guidelines set by the Company or management.
Must have the manual dexterity to operate a wide variety of hand tools, hand trucks, forklift, mechanical platforms and lifts, bench tools, welders, saws, drills etc.
Years of Experience:
5 years of prior experience in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical, or in a related field; or a combination of education and experience deemed equivalent