Machine Repair/Maintenance Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform preventative maintenance to all plant machinery.
2. Review the operation of plant equipment and systems to evaluate need for maintenance or repair
3. Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic repairs through a quick and effective root cause analogy
4. Maintain low percentage of maintenance downtime
5. Complete work order documentation
6. Monitor control systems, hydraulic systems, fire protection, and mechanical bearing systems
7. Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment and other supplies
8. Assist in new equipment installation as needed
9. Perform facilities maintenance as deemed necessary by plant management

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• - Knowledge of steel production processess and quality standards
• - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their design and use
• - Knowledge of motor control systems, hydraulic systems, fire protection and mechanical bearing systems
• - Knowledge of basic arithmetic
• - Knowledge of and ability to comply with safety rules and requirements
• - Ability to accurately use tape measures, Rockwell testers, micrometers and calipers
• - Ability to read and understand material tags and production instructions
• - Ability to communicate effectively
• - Ability to see details at close range
• - Troubleshooting and industrial repair skills
• - Critical thinking skills
• - Time management skills

Physical Requirements

• - Ability to routinely twist, bend, stoop and squat
• - Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
• - Ability to repetitively reach and grasp
• - Ability to regularly list and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 25lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75lbs

Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.

Education and Experience

A High School diploma or GED with at least 2 years of maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting is required. This position is required to pass a written adn practical exam to support experience. A strong background in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics/pneumatics, plumbing and welding in metals manufacturing is preferred. Formal education may be substituted with experience and training when compentency in the position is demonstrated.

Express Employment Professionals of Livonia and Taylor, MI is a leading staffing provider helping job seekers find work with a wide variety of local businesses.

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