Maintenance Mechanic - Vehicles & Equipment

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Industrial Mechanical Technician to join our team and contribute to the maintenance, repair, and installation of production machinery and equipment. 

1099 Contractor or Full-Time employment.

Job Title:Industrial Maintenance Technician
Department:  Production & Maintenance Team
Shift:Day shift & Night shift
Compensation:Starting range for qualified candidates is $32-35/hr dependent on prior experience in industrial maintenance with performance based step increases up to $38 top out (including $2.50/hr night-shift premium) in as early as 6-18 months

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
  
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays

About the Maintenance Technician position
We are looking for an experienced technician who will perform preventative maintenance, shutdown maintenance and repair duties for the Facilities Technology Team to ensure the assigned unit remains in operating form.

General Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial machinery and equipment, ensuring that all machinery functions efficiently and meets safety standards.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, malfunctions, and breakdowns in various machines and systems, implementing effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance and inspections on equipment to reduce the risk of breakdowns and to extend the life of machinery.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to properly assemble, install, or repair machinery.
• Ensure machines and equipment are calibrated to correct specifications for optimal performance and quality output.
• Conduct repairs and replace defective parts or components in machinery, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and ensure machinery and work areas are kept clean and hazard-free, minimizing the risk of accidents.
• Work closely with Maintenance teams and engineers to ensure integration and operations of Machinery for the production process.
• Keep track of spare parts and materials, ensuring necessary tools and parts are in stock and available for repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment status. Provide detailed reports to management on work completed and any potential issues and place part requests for items used.
• Implement machine upgrades or modifications to improve functionality, efficiency, or safety in line with industry standards and company goals.
• Train new staff and provide ongoing guidance to junior mechanics on machinery operation, safety standards, and maintenance practices.
• Perform welding and fabrication as required
• Diagnose problems with existing equipment/machinery
• Use of computer systems to perform diagnostics on electrical components and PLC system
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

 
Job Qualifications

• Certification in Industrial Maintenance (e.g., NIMS, HVAC, or equivalent) is a plus.
• Associate's degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Skills

• Communication
• Proven experience as an Industrial Mechanic Technician or in a similar mechanical maintenance role (typically 2+ years).
• Experience with troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial equipment such as conveyors, pumps, motors and compressors.
• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents
• Operations Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Assessment/evaluation
• Problem solving
  
• Knowledge of safety requirements
  
• Self-motivated
• Must be hands-on with all jobs assigned

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; to reach with hands and arms; and to talk and hear
• Mobility throughout the facility
• Working in warm temperatures with no air condition, working outside at times during cold weather
• Employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, walk, crouch or crawl
• Employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted on a frequent basis
• Working at heights of 10 feet or greater, operating lifting devices, and entering confined spaces
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus

Avanti Corp is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.