Job Description

Join the 125-year legacy of Potter Electric Signal Company!

Potter has been a part of the St. Louis community since 1898 and we are very proud of our rich history in the fire and life safety industry.  Potter's mission is to be the "Symbol of Protection" for fire and life safety solutions worldwide by combining the latest technology in fire protection with the dedicated manpower for which we have been known for over one hundred years. Our vision is to provide industry leading quality solutions, products and services for the protection of life, property and the environment. With unwavering dedication to our customers, Potter looks to continue as the industry standard in both product and service with increased focus on international expansion. 

Each employee at Potter takes great pride in knowing that every product we assemble, service, and sell is for the purpose of saving lives around the world. We strive to provide employment opportunities to those individuals who are performance driven, team players, take pride in their work, and are enthusiastic and passionate about their job.

Potter Global Technologies and our private equity firm, KKR, value our employees and all that they do. KKR offers a unique benefit and opportunity for all employees to participate in an ownership program of Potter Global Technologies. Being a co-owner allows each employee to play a more direct role in the business itself and reap the financial benefits of the Company’s success.

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician role will support the manufacturing facility through the focus of equipment maintenance (trouble shooting production line problems, rebuilding production tooling, preventative maintenance, assisting in production line setup, etc.) to maintain and upgrade the facility. This position will support the night-shift manufacturing. 

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Repair of production equipment ranging from basic hydraulics to complex electrical and mechanical systems.  
2. Perform preventative maintenance tasks ranging from lubricating equipment to complete overhaul of critical production equipment.
3. Communicate accurately and precisely in a professional manner throughout the company.  Communicate with Production Supervisors regarding necessary repair steps and estimation of completion time.  
4. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

1. Ability to work independently.
2. Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools. 
3. High attention to detail and care is required to prevent damage to complex machine tools. 
4. Ability to work in a team environment. 
5. Ability to follow safety and quality procedures. 
6. Strong analytical skills used for trouble shooting mechanical systems.
7. Ability to work on scissor lift as high as 35 feet.  

Required Qualifications

1. Completion of formal two-year education in Industrial Maintenance or similar; 4 plus years related work experience in lieu of formal training.
2. Basic PLC experience used for troubleshooting production equipment.  Preferably GE Proficy Machine Edition.  

This is a full-time position, on-site at the manufacturing facility. The hours of work are Monday through Wednesday, 5:30pm to 6:00am, 40 hours per week. This role will have the opportunity for overtime hours.

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel

This job operates in a warehouse/manufacturing setting where various tools and equipment are used. This role must be able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel and exhibit good visual acuity to perform daily tasks.

This position must be able to lift 50 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

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