Pay based on experience.
NATURE OF WORK
Electrical/Mechanical repair & maintenance of processing and packaging equipment used in the Grain, Feed, Seed and other Industries. This position requires extensive travel. Ideal candidate must work well independently and must be a self-starter.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Duties include troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of industrial type sewing equipment, bag handling & filling equipment, stretch wrapping equipment, robotic palletizing equipment, and grain cleaning equipment both in our shop and on location at customer’s facilities.
- Provide start-up & training support for all equipment lines we supply.
- Candidate will also provide phone support for customers and outside sales force.
- Candidate will maintain an inventory of necessary repair parts and tools.
- Provide detailed maintenance reports for customers and accurate reporting of time & materials used to complete required tasks.
- Help to maintain a clean, safe working environment for themselves and other technicians.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES / SKILLS
- Knowledge in the use of personal computers and Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Software.
- Demonstrate the ability to read, interpret, understand and comply with technical instructions/manuals.
- Knowledge of motor control methods.
- Knowledge of electrical and mechanical troubleshooting techniques.
- Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics diagrams.
- Knowledge of variable speed frequency drives and inverters.
- Knowledge and use of hand tools and small power tools; drills grinders etc.
- Ability to effectively communicate with others.
- Ability to proficiently communicate verbally and in writing using the English language.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Satisfactory completion of a two year (minimum), post secondary Vocational/Technical school of study in one or more of the following areas; electrical, electronics, robotics, mechanical systems or maintenance engineering and 1-4 year industrial experience; or
- High school diploma or its equivalent and 2-6 years industrial maintenance experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Extensive travel will be required.
- Candidate should possess or be able to obtain a passport.
- Must have clean driving record and valid drivers license.
- Candidate may be asked to work weekends, 2nd or 3rd Shifts, and some holidays.
- Candidate will be asked to work in harsh environments such as hot or cold weather conditions, dust and some possible hazardous conditions.
- Candidate may be required to work on elevated platforms or scaffolding and in confined spaces.
- Be able to lift up to 70 pounds.
- Drug & Alcohol testing per customer requirements, subject to state law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road