Job Description

**1st Shift Maintenance Tech

SUMMARY **

Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment by performing the following duties.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ** include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Follows all policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures, Environmental Management System, and various other Employment Policies and sources as they relate to the job function.

Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.

Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.

Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.

Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.

Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.

Repairs or replaces defective parts.

Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.

Lubricates and cleans parts.

Starts devices to test their performance.

Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.

Initiates purchase order for parts and machines.

Repairs electrical equipment.

Follows OSHA standard when performing lockout/tagout procedures.

**COMPETENCIES ** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE ** High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Government or company-sponsored apprenticeship program or degree preferred.

You should be proficient in:

• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Hydraulic Systems & Components