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PBI-Gordon

Produces turf, ornamental, and animal-care solutions

Maintenance Technician 3

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeKansas City, KS, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED and apprenticeship/trade school or equivalent training.
  • At least 4 years of experience in industrial maintenance or equivalent training.
  • Proficiency in multiple industrial maintenance skill sets, including troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
  • Ability to properly install electrical systems and related equipment.
  • Advanced welding skills, which may include MIG, TIG, and arc welding.
  • Ability to use electrical and mechanical test equipment.
  • Knowledge of ladder logic and programmable logic controller (PLC) control systems.
  • Carpentry and plumbing skills.
  • Advanced pipe fitting skills and ability to read P&IDs and other blueprints.
  • Ability to rebuild pumps, motors, gearboxes, and production equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform maintenance and service.
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft platforms and company applications.
  • Ability to mentor team members and communicate professionally with co-owners and outside agencies.
  • Ability to obtain an operating permit for a plant fork truck.
  • Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds or greater; stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb throughout the day; work in confined spaces, at elevation, and in unconditioned environments; and meet the stated vision requirements.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen; employment eligibility is verified through E-Verify.

Responsibilities

  • Perform industrial maintenance duties to support site business goals and objectives.
  • Follow safety policies and regulations and maintain a clean, organized work area.
  • Perform advanced preventive maintenance tasks and procedures and use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
  • Carry out duties with limited supervision.
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic logic, programmable logic controller (PLC), and electrical systems.
  • Install facility equipment using provided P&IDs and blueprints, including fabrication.
  • Maintain and rebuild pumps, motors, gearboxes, and production equipment.
  • Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot precision instruments, including pressure transducers, flow meters, temperature sensors (RTDs and thermocouples), and distance sensors.
  • Calibrate, program, and troubleshoot variable frequency drive (VFD) parameters and advanced servo drive systems, including acceleration/deceleration curves and motor feedback loops.
  • Independently perform and document root cause analyses for complex, recurring equipment failures and intermittent breakdowns; identify failure mechanisms and implement permanent corrective actions.
  • Mentor and train Maintenance Technicians I and II through hands-on instruction during repairs and formal training sessions on equipment or safety protocols.
  • Perform diagnostics and repairs on 480V three-phase power systems and distribution panels in accordance with NFPA 70E and lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Follow company safety policies and procedures, participate in required safety training, and promptly report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents.

About the Company

PBI-Gordon

Produces turf, ornamental, and animal-care solutions

PBI-Gordon provides a range of turf, ornamental, and animal care products, including herbicides and insecticides, for professional and consumer customers in the lawn and garden market. Its products are designed to help maintain healthier lawns, pastures, and pet care areas, and are formulated for dependable, economical performance. The company’s business model centers on developing and distributing these agricultural and pest-control products through professional turf and ornamental management channels, veterinary professionals, and retailers. PBI-Gordon operates as a 100% employee-owned company, emphasizing partnership, customer service, and collaborative success with customers, suppliers, and employees. The goal is to offer quality, affordable solutions that professionals trust and that support healthier landscapes and animal-care environments, while differentiating itself through employee ownership and a strong service orientation.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Shawnee, KS
Founded
1947

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