What are the responsibilities and job description for the PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN position at Atlas Machine And Supply?
The Machine Preventive Maintenance (PM)Technician here at Atlas Machine & Supply is essential in ensuring the continuous operation of machinery through routine maintenance and preventive tasks. This role helps prevent mechanical failures and maximizes the efficiency and lifespan of equipment. This role is an entry-level position with expectations to grow to Maintenance Tech role as experience progresses.
Company Culture and Values
Here at Atlas, we believe that every individual should take full ownership and show respect to all employees, regardless of department or reporting structure. This core value is something we uphold every day. Below are the key principles we stand by.
Cover and Move (Teamwork and Support): We seek candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, supporting their team to achieve shared goals and overcome challenges together.- Simple (Clarity and Communication): Candidates should value clear, straightforward communication, ensuring everyone understands their role to maintain efficiency and avoid confusion.
- Prioritize and Execute (Efficiency and Focus): We look for individuals who can prioritize tasks effectively, focusing on the most critical issues to make the best use of time and resources.
- Decentralized Command (Empowerment and Trust): Ideal candidates take ownership of their responsibilities, make informed decisions independently, and align their efforts with the company’s mission while fostering innovation and accountability.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Safety: Always follow all OSHA and company safety procedures.- Communication: Work with Managers and Supervisors by providing regular updates and to ensure coordinated repair processes.
- Documentation: Track and document equipment repairs and troubleshooting activities using the company's maintenance software.
- Routine Inspections: Check hydraulic fluids, coolants, and other critical components, topping off as necessary. Track fluid levels and monitor for leaks.
- Fluid and Filter Changes: Perform regular fluid changes and replace filters as required to maintain machine performance.
- Alignment and Condition Checks: Verify the alignment of belts and shafts, adjusting or replacing as needed.
- Lubrication: Grease bearings and fittings to ensure smooth operation.
- Controls Inspection: Identify and document issues with machine controls, such as malfunctioning buttons or burnt-out bulbs.
- Air System Maintenance: Inspect air systems for leaks, and repair issues like broken fittings or faulty pressure gauges.
- Wear & Tear Monitoring: Visually inspect machine components for signs of wear and replace or repair as needed.
- Cleanliness & Organization: Keep machine and work areas clean, free of oil, liquids, and debris. Maintain a well-organized workspace.
- Inventory Management: Ensure shop organization to support maintenance activities.
- Grow: Continuously develop and enhance technical skills through company-provided training and learning opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of tools. Both hand and power.
- Working knowledge of Word and Excel.
- Able to communicate both in writing and verbally.
- Comply with company attendance expectations.
- Understanding of basic electrical/controls and mechanical.
- Knowledge of servo drive motors Hydraulic systems and Pneumatics, seals, valves, and pumps
- Must be able to work at heights on aero lifts and ladders.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and occasional lifting of up to fifty pounds.
BENEFITS:
- 401(k) Retirement plan with a company match
- Health, Dental and Vision insurance (Coverage begins on your first day!)
- Company paid life Insurance, short/long term disability insurance.
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Nine paid holidays
It is Atlas’ Policy to employ qualified people to perform the many tasks necessary in operating our Company. An integral part of this Policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons regarding recruiting, hiring, benefits, compensation, training, promotions, terminations of employment, and company sponsored social and recreational activities without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.
It is also the Policy of Atlas to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment of any kind. Our company does not and will not tolerate any employee unlawfully harassing another employee, for example, by addressing or referring to another employee in racially, religiously, or sexually derogatory terms.
Base shift options are as follows but may change due to needs of shop.
Monday- Friday 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Monday - Thursday 2 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Tuesday - Friday 2 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
