Job Summary The Maintenance Technician is required to perform tasks involved in the upkeep of the building and grounds, installation, maintenance, maintaining and repairing of hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, mechanical and electrical systems on all production machines, equipment and building.

May be required to perform purchasing and inventory of maintenance parts & supplies and successfully negotiate and interact with suppliers, customers, manufacturers and internal department personnel.

The incumbent is expected to be a self-starter, a good manager of time, work independently and follow standards for safety and conduct.

This is the third level position title within this series. Employees at this level are expected to have developed a trade of expertise for machine maintenance and production equipment repairs;

installs, maintains and repairs hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, mechanical and electrical systems on all production equipment and works independently in the performance of standard maintenance and repairs.

The following list of major duties represents a composite list of typical duties performed by individuals in this position.

Specific duties performed by the incumbent will vary depending upon the facility and / or department within the Company.

• Receives and follows up on assigned equipment work orders on a daily basis.
• Upon completion of work, enters appropriate information onto worksheet for submission and filing and / or enters into MRP system for filing and tracking.
• Reads schematics in order to trouble shoot hydraulic / pneumatic and electrical issues.
• Responsible for reading, editing, monitoring and modifying ladder logic.
• Performs scheduled PM’s; visually inspect and test assigned machines and equipment for proper functionality.
• Responsible for placing orders for requisition parts as needed.
• Perform repairs on production machines and / or equipment when a malfunction has been detected. May discuss machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem and repair the machine.
• Lay out, assemble, install and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators and related equipment.
• Perform machine installations / moves and building maintenance tasks as needed.
• Assists workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Develop, coordinate and track project list activities.
• Ensures that a high level of safety is adhered to at all times on and off the production floor.
• All duties covered under Maintenance Technician level I and II.
• Responsible for following Plant specified job specification and task list.
• Responsible for conducting him / herself in a safe manner and adhering to all required safety protocols and

Additional Work Experience

• Experience with plastics blow molding operations (injection blow molding, extrusion blow molding, etc.) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of relay control systems and PLC control systems, namely Mitsubishi, Siemens and Automation direct.
• Ability to read, edit, monitor, and modify ladder logic.
• Proficient in reading schematics to trouble shoot hydraulic / pneumatic and electrical issues.

One Source Staffing

3722 Lehigh Street

Whitehall PA 18052

610-439-2205

BOTH

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE (preferred)

Associates Degree in technical field or 5 years of related Experience

SUCCESSFUL SKILLS

Intermediate math skills

Reading skills to read both hydraulic and electrical schematics

Good hand and eye coordination

Ability to use computer software, measuring tools, and hand / power tools

Excellent mechanical aptitude

Fully understand electrical schematics, ladder logic and be able to hook up to the machine PLC to read and modify where needed (Only Maintenance electrician)

Be able to trouble shoot all equipment fully understanding the machines principals

Able to assist and help train any new hires

Follow all safety procedures being an example to others

JOB ENTRY REQUIREMENTS :

Pass pre-employment drug screen

Pass background screening

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

All Factors are continuous throughout a 12 hour shift. 7AM- 7PM OR 7PM- 7AM

Lifting at least 50lbs

Reaching overhead, Stooping, Bending and Twisting

Standing on Concrete

POSITION AND TIME REQUIREMENTS :

Have good communication skills to understand work instructions in English.

Cooperative / positive outlook toward work, professional communication

Flexible work schedule; can work overtime and attend after hour meetings

Must be able to work 12 hour shifts as determined

Follow Safety Procedures

Understand and follow all procedures

Last updated : 2024-06-07