
Maintenance Technician
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Job Description
- Practices safe work habits as an individual and with co-workers
- Works effectively in a team environment
- Adheres to the company safety policies and related guidelines, including PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) usage
- Knows safety equipment and is aware of machine safety procedures
- Knows and understands mechanical/electrical processes and equipment function principles
- In-depth knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, electronic and controls system.
- Conducts equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity
- In-depth knowledge of electrical safety guidelines and electrical safety related work practices such as Lockout/Tagout and Arc Flash safety regulations
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of safe and proper use of basic electrical diagnostic equipment (volt/ohm meter, etc.)
- Demonstrates proficiency in basic multimeter functions (i.e., fuses, conductivity)
- Works with electrical processes up to 480V
- Troubleshoots and repairs electrical circuits-relays, contactors, motors, starters. Familiarity with AC/DC drives, PLC’s, and machine dedicated HMI programs
- Intermediate knowledge of programs that will include MS Outlook, Excel, and other programs as needed
- Familiarity with MAXIMO CMMS system or any major maintenance platform (i.e. Creates and modifies work orders within the MAXIMO CMMS system to include recording logs, entering time and follow-up work to be performed
- Lubricates and maintains all equipment during normal operations and planned/scheduled preventive maintenance work
- Repairs auxiliary components
- Changes bearing and wear components, replaces and adjusts belts, pulleys, and drive components
- Capable of operating PIT (powered industrial truck) and boom lift to safely work at heights
- Reads blueprints, schematics, installation and arrangement drawings, basic components, electrical diagrams, and symbols and install wire machinery to manufacturer’s specifications
- Removes and installs AC/DC motors, reconnect to load test and run
- Solders electrical and electronic components
- Other mechanical/electrical duties as assigned
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation and (8) paid Holidays
- Free Teledoc online/phone visits with Physicians for all Employees and Dependents
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with pre-tax contributions
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Retirement Planning/Investment Options—Stock Purchase plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Voluntary Insurance Options
- Minimum of 2 years electrical preferred. Multi-craft experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable.
For your hard work, you receive:
- Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
- Opportunity for professional growth
- Paid time off including holidays and vacation
- Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.
About the Company:
Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.
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