Maintenance Technician

At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world. With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.

Summary:

The role requires a diverse set of maintenance skills, including the ability to cross-reference lubrication for machine tools and follow safety guidelines for forklift and manlift operation. Proficiency with hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and drills are essential. Responsibilities include performing and documenting scheduled preventative maintenance, painting and drywall repairs, and conducting general facility repairs. The technician must change lamps and ballasts, safely work with electricity, and manage mechanical tasks such as changing fluids, spark plugs, belts, and hoses. Additionally, they should be skilled in plumbing repairs, operating compressors and dryers, troubleshooting and repairing pumps and valves, using proper lifting techniques, and welding equipment. Adjusting machine levels and parameters based on tests is also required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Knowledge and ability to cross reference lubrication for machine tools
• Pass forklift training and follow all guidelines
• Pass manlift training and follow all guidelines
• Proper use of wrenches, screwdrivers, tape measure, drill, saws, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance on time and according to schedule. Document deficiencies, services complete/incomplete
• Ability to proficiently paint offices, doors, window trim, etc.
• Knowledge and proficiency with drywall repair
• Perform facility maintenance repairs as needed
• Change lamps and ballasts, identify voltages present and how to safely work around electricity
• Change oil and check all fluid levels, change spark plugs, change belts, and hoses on forklifts and manlifts.
• Repair plumbing, unclog toilets and sinks
• Replace belts on rooftop fans, blowers
• Operate air compressors and dryers
• Troubleshoot and repair pumps, pressure reducing valves, valves, filtration
• Troubleshoot and repair flow and pressure valves, cylinders, check valves
• Use proper lifting techniques to prevent incidents and prevent equipment damage
• Weld similar materials for equipment repair
• Adjust machines level or parameters based on ball bar test or alignment tests
• Other duties as assigned

Skills-

• Intermediate computer skills
• Intermediate math skills
• Obtains forklift, manlift and overhead crane certificates.
• Knowledge of hand tools
• Proficient at Preventative Maintenance Program
• Interior and exterior painting
• Drywall repair
• Facility repair
• Electrical circuit troubleshooting
• Forklift maintenance
• Facilities maintenance tasks
• Safely operate all aerial lifts
• Hydraulics
• Pneumatics
• Safely rig and move parts and machinery
• Welding
• Intermediate written and oral communication skills
• Intermediate preventative maintenance/leveling and calibrating

Abilities-

• Ability to foster and work within a team environment
• Actively participates in safety programs and complies with all Columbia safety policies
• Able to work on multiple projects at one time
• Willingness to work overtime when needed
• Displays attention to detail and consistently follows Standard Work Instructions (when available) when completing tasks
• Demonstrates the qualities of a "Team Player" by accepting new responsibilities and filling in for other employees when needed
• Self-motivated and has the ability to work with supervision
• Communicates well with peers, supervision, customers, vendors and other departments
• Ability to respectfully mentor fellow employees

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 - 4 years maintenance experience or related field preferred
• Measurement tools
• Welding
• Machining
• AC Fundamentals
• DC Fundamentals
• Hydraulics
• Pneumatic
• Mechanical drives
• Industrial electrical wiring

Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at www.columbiamachine.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Are you available between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:30 Pm Monday thru Friday?
• This position will require approximately six months of training on our day shift. After completing the training, you will be assigned to an afternoon-evening shift. Are you available to work these hours?
• Are you available between the hours of 3:30 Pm to 12:00 Am Monday thru Friday?

Experience:

• Electrical experience: 2 years (Required)
• Equipment repair: 2 years (Required)
• Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Required)
• Industrial equipment: 2 years (Required)
• Hydraulics: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $33