Job Description

Maintenance Technician

For over 80 years, LECO has been a leader in the development and production of world class laboratory instruments delivering state of the art products nationwide and across the globe. Located in St. Joseph, Michigan, LECO continues to be a family-owned company that understands the value of shared interests, long-term stability, loyalty, and trust.

Schedule:

Full Time: 6:00am – 2:30pm, Monday – Friday, Overtime as required

Position Summary: 

Troubleshooting and repairing various types of equipment (both mechanical and electronically controlled). Aide in continuous improvement of production and developing concept ideas and designs.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical control systems and equipment
• Develop continuous process improvement strategies, ideas, and concepts
• Specify and design new equipment along with retrofitting existing equipment
• Aide in the standardization of controls and equipment
• Evaluate, develop, and complete periodic maintenance task per the manufacturers and LECO’s requirements

Position Requirements: 

• Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Climbing and Walking
• A Valid Drivers License
• Computer Literate (Primarily Microsoft Office)
• Programmable Logic Controller Experience
• Natural Gas Control Systems preferred
• Welding Experience preferred
• Skilled use of hand tools
• Knowledge of safety related practices and procedures

Education/Certifications: 

EOE M/F/VET/Disability