Maintenance Technician II - Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry.  We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to operate at cryogenic temperatures as low as – 420 degrees Fahrenheit, the boiling point of Liquid hydrogen. For over 50 years, Nikkiso ACD has specialized in centrifugal and reciprocating pumps as well as turbines for air separation. Nikkiso ACD has the most diversified product line in the industry covering nearly every application requiring pumps or turboexpanders.

The maintenance technician position is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives.

This position is based at Nikkiso ACD located in Santa Ana, CA.

• Experience performing routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage, for example, window, door or wall repair
• Plumbing knowledge, Repairing broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures, clogs, valve changes, RO systems, and small projects.
• Experience with electrical trouble shooting. Working on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs, change lamps, switches, and other small electrical projects.
• Maintain HVAC changing air filters and cleaning vents.
• Preventative measure to building to reduce risk of future problems such as small sealing roof, floor, and walls. Repaint faded paint areas, replace old signs and markers.
• Fix potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
• Daily safety checks and site inspections.
• Emptying trash cans on occasion.
• Monitors work performed by contractors, contacts external contractors and trades people to obtain quotes and arranges for major repairs and maintenance work.
• Completes and maintains related records such as maintenance logs
• Keep restrooms orderly. Move furniture as needed.
• Preventative maintenance as advised by Manager / Director.
• Diagnose and repair various pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical components and systems.
• Execute installation and repair of CNC lathes, Press Brakes, Shears, Paint equipment, Forklifts, material handling equipment, overhead cranes, and other manufacturing equipment
• Knowledge of repair and maintenance of welding equipment, electric motors, and pressure systems.
• Organize work area and maintain spare parts according to 5S standard practices.
• Provide support to manufacturing group by performing non-routine service requests to assure maximum equipment uptime.
• Operate a variety of machinery, equipment and tools including saws, router, drills, sanders, planers, drill presses and various hand tools.
• Follow safety policies and practices established by our Manufacturing safety and maintenance program including by not limited to Personal Protection (PPE) Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO), Electrical Safety, and maintenance safety guidelines. Advise management of any potential risk to equipment downtime and provides a corrective and countermeasure plan.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Weekly / Daily inspections on buildings and grounds.
• Willing to adhere to all facility safety and environmental guidelines.

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or similar environment
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and proficiency diagnosing and repairing pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and fluid systems/equipment.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and various assembly drawings.
• Experience working on various material handling equipment such as electric pallet jacks, forklifts, and overhead and jib cranes.
• Experience operating forklifts
• Strong computer skills to document completed work and PMs in CMMS system. Email and internet as well.
• Light fabrication skills (welding and machining) preferred.
• Familiarity with disassembly and assembly of hydraulic cylinders, valves, and hoses.
• Ability to work on-site during operational hours with occasional overtime as required.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and reach with hands and arms.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Salary Range: $20/hr. - $28/hr.

Nikkiso is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.