What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician - Level 1 position at Skilcraft?
Position Overview
The Maintenance Technician Level I is responsible for performing general maintenance of plants and buildings, as well as preventive maintenance and simple repairs on plant equipment. This role is crucial in managing equipment uptime through Preventive Maintenance Programs, diagnosing equipment failures, and managing repair part inventory and supplies. Knowledge of electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic machines is necessary.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Diagnose and repair equipment failures
- Manage and perform necessary Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs on equipment
- Control repair parts expenditures
- Make suggestions on the need for new equipment or repairs
- Incorporate shop floor organization in the maintenance department
Building Maintenance
- Perform carpentry, electrical, and plumbing repairs as needed
- Troubleshoot and repair existing and potential problems
- Replace light bulbs, covers, and filters as necessary
- Maintain existing plant facilities (e.g., HVAC units, lights, restrooms, door security, roof)
Industrial and Plant Equipment Maintenance
- Repair hydraulic equipment
- Perform simple repairs on plant equipment
- Conduct preventive maintenance for production equipment
- Perform other related duties and assignments as required
Required Qualifications
- Training in repair of Electrical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic equipment
- Background in repair of HVAC, Electrical wiring, and general repair
- Experience in repairing controllers on equipment
- Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Email
- Basic math skills
- Ability to read schematics
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance role
- Familiarity with various types of industrial equipment
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and regulations
Professional Attributes
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Willingness to accept training/coaching to continue building technical skills
- High level of independence and reliability
- Strict adherence to safety policies and regulations
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Proactive attitude in proposing ideas and finding new ways to improve processes
- Punctual, reliable, and conscientious with a focus on timely task completion
Physical Requirements
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls
- Reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Ability to communicate verbally
Work Environment
- Indoor environment with moderate noise levels
- Exposure to plant and manufacturing conditions
- Works around machinery and equipment
- Collaborates closely with team members
Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 80% of costs covered by the company
- Security: Long-term and short-term disability insurance, company-paid life insurance, and additional employee life insurance options
- Supplemental Coverage: Critical illness and accident insurance
- Growth Opportunities: Potential for advancement within Skilcraft and across our broader ONI family of companies
- Culture of Excellence: Join a team dedicated to organizational excellence, continual employee development, and sustainable manufacturing processes
