Maintenance Mechanic

Performs various machine repairs, installation, and maintenance functions on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment. Ensures smooth operation of all equipment and facilities within the plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Installs, relocates, or removes from service new and existing equipment. Makes repairs and performs preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment such as PLCs, motors: A.C. and D.C., production machines, engines, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. Uses testing equipment and necessary hand and power tools. Accurately reads blueprints, schematics, micrometers, tape measures, and wiring diagrams in making repairs and adjustments.

Troubleshoots problems and plans necessary repairs. Keeps supervisor informed. Wires electrical circuits and controls. Troubleshoots electrical problems. Knowledgeable in the area of construction; possessing plumbing, concrete, and carpentry skills for building repair or reconstruction. Must be able to work from a ladder, scaffolding, and/or a Genie lift.

Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Follows proper procedure for Lock out-Tag out and wears required protective equipment. Completes proper paperwork and inspection documentation. Keeps accurate record of labor on daily timecard. Requisitions needed parts and supplies to carry out repairs. Must be able to train others in troubleshooting, installation, and the use of tools and techniques.

May direct the work of helpers or less experienced personnel. Coordinates repair activities so as to minimize production downtime. Must be responsive to the needs of the production team. Must be able to work well in a team atmosphere. Required to possess the flexibility to respond to rapidly changing priorities. Continuously increases knowledge and updates skills related to job functions.

Applies the continuous improvement philosophy to consistently improve work quality and reduce costs. Must be able to work flexible hours, weekends, and overtime as needed on short notice. Must furnish their own set of basic hand tools.

Education

High School Diploma, or GED, preferred. The Company: Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A Brand of Chief Industries, Chief Fabrication is one of the leading midwest providers of custom steel fabrication and powder coating, equipped to make any component. Chief Fabrication is one of the largest operations of its kind between Chicago and Denver, offering such steel fabrication services as stamping, welding, CNC punching, and CNC forming to manufacturers throughout the Midwest.

It also offers one of the most state-of-the-art powder coating facilities in the United States . Our Benefits: This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including Paid vacation/time off 401(k) retirement plan plus company match Company-paid life insurance Company-paid short-term disability benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Financial wellness coaching Employee assistance program Paid holidays (8) Employee discounts Education assistance And much more.