Maintenance Technician

Burton Mill Solutions is a proud division of Wood Technologies International (WTI). In 2021, Burton Mill Solutions and USNR merged to form WTI. In doing so, Burton Mill Solutions and its affiliates have become the world’s most comprehensive supplier of modern lumber processing equipment, technology, and essential tooling which has allowed us to provider an unprecedented range of wood processing technology and technical expertise, including saws and knives, machinery and automation, process engineering, and mill flow.

Employees are the foundation of our Company’s success going back 100 years. We are committed to continuous improvement and learning, exceptional quality, connecting with our customers, and good relationships with our employees.

We are actively seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team of talented people to help continue our tradition of innovation and market leadership. This position works out of our facility in Ridgefield, WA. Come and grow with us!

The Maintenance Department is responsible for the smooth operation of the production plant.

Pay range is $24.00-34.00 per hour depending on experience. Day shift; Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm.

How you Will Make a Positive Impact:

• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on a wide variety of CNC, mechanical and electro-mechanical machinery, equipment, and systems such as engines, electric motors, pneumatic tools, production machinery/tools, and equipment
• Install air lines, power drops, machinery, special attachments and parts
• Adjust equipment to insure efficient operation
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment and systems requiring the isolation of the malfunction, disassembly of equipment, and repair/replacement of defective parts, bearings, gears, and structural components, using hoists, cranes, and tools as needed
• Inspect for and perform preventive maintenance on equipment and facility
• Follow blueprints, drawings, and general instructions to plan and layout assignments
• Perform non-certified welding and simple machining operations incidental to repair and maintenance tasks
• May dismantle and move machinery, heavy equipment, furniture, and materials, when changes in plant layout are required
• Perform work to comply with regulatory agency codes
• Implement continuous improvements/Lean Manufacturing with suggestions and observations
• R&D as requested; to include setup machining, fabrication, and installation
• Keep current on required licensing and continuing education credits
• Answer inquiries on alarms, safety, and security, and respond accordingly

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years electrical and mechanical maintenance experience
• The ability to learn and utilize Lean Manufacturing guidelines and tools
• Basic reading, writing, and mathematical ability
• Understand and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams
• Knowledgeable in skilled trades, specifically electrical and mechanical
• Vocational trade school or equivalent program a plus
• Electrical or maintenance electrical license is highly desirable

WTI is pleased to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive starting pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to employees and their dependents on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Optional flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid basic life and short-term disability insurance with employee-paid options for additional life insurance and long-term disability
• Up to $300 per year in wellness activity reimbursement
• 401k employer contribution match
• Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued per year with no waiting period to use accrued time
• 8 paid scheduled holidays and 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
• Up to $5,250 per year tuition reimbursement for continuing education

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, and activities. It is intended to provide a summary of the position’s general scope and function within the company. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Wood Technologies International and its affiliates offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth. We take pride in and value diversity in our workforce, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Wood Technologies International will only employ individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, currently or in the future.

To learn more about our company, and the products and services we provide, please visit www.burtonmill.com