Maintenance/Machine Maintenance Technician - IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY

Mansfield, OH 44902

About the Job

IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, a 121-year-old, independent American manufacturer of high-power, specialty electric motors, generators, power systems and controls seeks an experienced Machine Maintenance Technician who is a highly organized self-starter capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplined team environment with the ability to manage competing priorities to achieve company goals while upholding a culture of ethics, integrity, and excellence in everything we do. The Machine Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring that all machinery and mechanical equipment is maintained in optimal working order. This position, based in our Mansfield, Ohio facility plays a key role in the manufacture and delivery of our quality products and services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Diagnose faulty performance, adjust and/or dismantle equipment as required to repair or replace defective part; reassemble equipment performing cleaning and heating as required
Load and unload trucks bearing machine maintenance equipment and install equipment as needed
Install, replace, or repair pipeline systems including valving
Replace belts, drain and refill hydraulic oil supply systems, lubricate equipment
Repair hydraulic and pneumatic power tools
Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on equipment according to PM schedules
May perform basic electrical work
Fabricate repair parts and rebuild equipment as needed
Determine tools and parts to be ordered for repairs
Build safety guards, cabinets, shelving, benches, tables, counters, pallets, and platforms
Perform both rough and finished carpentry including varnish, paint or stain
Maintain building and grounds, sewers, fire-fighting equipment, fencing and other barriers
Maintain restroom equipment
May operate a crane or forklift, or drive a company vehicle in the performance of duties
Ability to use the following: band, cutoff, power, and hack saws, carpentry hand tools, jointer,
sander, transit and level, measuring tools, wood turning lathe, drill press, shrink rule, router,
roller, forklift, hand truck, crane, power hoist, jack, nailer, stapler, banding equipment, portable
power tools, tractor, back hoe, jack hammer, milling machine, engine lathe with 18” max. sharpener,
pipe threader, hand break, hand tools, heating and soldering torches, iron worker, safety lock outs,
paint and chemical sprayer

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or certified equivalent
Minimum three years of experience installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery, equipment, and tools in a heavy manufacturing environment
Experience working with pneumatic and hydraulic equipment
Working knowledge and experience in basic plumbing and electrical disciplines
Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
Technical literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite, and ERP and CRM software
Teamwork approach with excellent communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and time-management skills

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Machine maintenance course training certifications or education in a related field preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS AND WORK HOURS

Daily minimum of 8 hours. Weekly 40 hour minimum
Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays, and nights
This position generally operates in the manufacturing areas of the facility
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, copiers/printers, and phones

REQUIREMENTS & DISCLOSURES

Must maintain a driving record that is acceptable for coverage under the company’s insurance plan.
Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required for the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
The employee is occasionally required to climb heights of up to 20 feet
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.
IDEAL is a drug-free workplace.

BENEFITS

Compensation $18.00 to $26.00 per hour based on skills and experience
Comprehensive benefits package:

Life insurance
Group health insurance, including Health Savings Account option
Dental & vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid time off
Ten paid holidays/year

Source : IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY