Industrial Maintenance Technician 2

Job Description

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Wabtec is firmly committed to continually providing consistently high levels of quality and reliability, competitive products, to meet or exceed customer expectations in a timely manner, and continually improving the effectiveness of the quality management system.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

This position is responsible for performing maintenance in support of manufacturing facility on a variety of equipment throughout facility including machinery repairs, preventative maintenance, machine relocation, fabrication, welding, electrical repair and installation, plumbing (air, hydraulic, water) with use of a variety of equipment. 

The schedule for this role is Monday through Friday 9:30am-6:00pm. Variations in this schedule will be communicated upon hire.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position is responsible for ensuring proper equipment upkeep, maintenance, and breakdown trouble shooting to ensure production requirements while also maintaining building needs.
• Coordinates with supervisors and managers on breakdown repair of equipment.  Upgrading of existing equipment by obtaining and presenting facts to Director of Operations for final approval.
• Prioritize and schedule for specific equipment repairs.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance program.
• Monitoring hazardous waste for removal
• Maintenance of chemical storage area
• Cleaning up chemical spills
• Lead Kaisen projects
• Assist department supervisors in reconstructing, moving, and installing new equipment according to plan.
• Electrical issues from 24VDC control to 480VAC 3 ph industrial.
• Address safety issues, replace burnt lights, check emergency lighting on a routine basis, lock out tag out program, electrical safety, confined space program.
• Maintain and upkeep grounds outside the building, including snow and ice removal as needed.
• Perform facility maintenance including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Keep stock of routine repair parts and shop supplies.
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications and requirements:(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.)

• Must have one of the following certifications:
  • Specialized fabrication
  • Welding
  • Electrical repair and installation
  • Plumbing
  • Certificate or Degree in Industrial Maintenance
• Three years of previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent with course work in skilled crafts or trades training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:        

• Must be a hands-on person capable of working in a fast paced environment, while handling multiple projects at one time.
• Must be able to use mechanical tools, electrical test equipment, measuring instruments, and be able to read blueprints.
• Must have own mechanics tools.

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• May require lifting of up to 100lbs.

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work area is normal for a factory environment.

• The employee is working in a well-lit environment.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Abide by and conform to all company rules and policies.
• Follow all safety directives and work in a safe manner.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards around the work station
• Know, understand, and follow quality procedures.
• Accurately document your work as required by company procedures.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly rate for this role is $27.50 per hour

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at www.mywabtecbenefits.com

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Highlights:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits available day 1.
• $500 referral bonus paid out once candidate is hired and worked for Wabtec 60 days.
• $10,000 annual tuition reimbursement.
• Mental Health assistance (Spring Health, Teladoc, Headspace)
• Auto/Home/Renter’s Insurance Discounts (Farmers, Travelers, Liberty Mutual).
• Medications discounts through CVS Caremark.
• Pet Discounts
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Progyny Fertility and Family building.
• 401k 3% match with additional 3% of earnings from prior year added to the following year, vested after 3 years.
• Free Pair of Steel Toe Boots and Prescription Safety Glasses Annually.
• Short Term Disability Benefits after 90 days (employee receives 60% of their salary while on STD.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.  

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.