Maintenance Technician Phoenix

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Plant Manager and/ or Maintenance Manager, provide maintenance support and troubleshooting for both mechanical and electrical equipment ensuring the plant operates at the highest level of uptime and efficiency. Perform all maintenance functions within company defined Environmental, Health and Safety guidelines and sustain a clean and organized maintenance department

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Adhere to all OSHA safety requirements as it relates to the duties of maintenance operations
• Complete all required OSHA or corporate training courses as defined by management before conducting tasks
• Wear proper PPE as required for the task at hand
• Under the direction of the Plant Manager and/ or Maintenance Manager, perform preventative and corrective maintenance activities
• Install, troubleshoot and repair pumps, motors, conveyors, filler lines, plant equipment or other devices required to maintain production uptime
• Typical equipment includes, but not limited to: 1) process pumps, motors and mixing equipment, 2) pneumatic components, vacuum pumps and electrical control systems, 3) hydraulic components and control systems, 4) power transmission systems (gearboxes, chains, drives, etc), 4) piping, valves, filters and fittings 5) field instrumentation and controls, 6) PLC/DCS and VFD’s 7)Dust collection and conveyance systems 8) Compressed air systems, generators and all associated equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and provide supervisor or management a repair solution including parts list and timeline
• Perform electrical tasks such as wring motors, VFD’s control panels or other low and high voltage equipment (480VAC 3PH)
• Maintain maintenance shop/areas in a clean, organized, professional condition, following all safety requirements for hazardous materials
• Keep all tools, power equipment, and other tools of the trade in a clean and safe working condition
• Ensure all documentation for LOTO, Confined Space, Hot Work and other related safety documents are completed before performing any work
• Maintain effective and positive communication with production staff
• Keep supervisors and management aware of pending issues and status of installation or repair
• Coordinate preventative maintenance tasks on key plant equipment and ensure completion of those tasks
• Strive to meet safety targets or objectives set by the supervisor or management

• Operate Forklift, Man Lift, Scissor Lift, or other similar equipment
• Order parts, check paperwork on receipt of parts
• Attend safety meetings, conduct safety audits
• Safely perform all other duties as required by supervisor on an as needed basis

• Must have 20/20 or corrected 20/20 vision
• A minimum of 5 years performing mechanical and electrical maintenance duties in a manufacturing or similar environment
• Experienced background troubleshooting/installing/repairing air pumps, PD Pumps, pneumatic valves, gearboxes and motors
• Ability to install and wire 100 hp electric motors, limit switches, photoelectric sensors, VFD’s
• Exhibit a strong problem-solving aptitude when it comes to mechanical and electrical equipment
• Employee must be able to safely lift in excess of 70 pounds multiple times without difficulty
• Employee must have full range of motion and able to work in awkward positions
• Must be able to work at heights in excess of 40 feet without concern
• Must be able to interact with all levels of plant personnel in a positive and productive way

• Computer skills
• Welding ability/certifications plus strong pipe fitting, mechanical and electrical skills
• Able to read technical documents, electrical schematics and manuals
• Experience performing duties and documentation of preventative maintenance programs
• Background working with asphalt related products or equipment
• Advanced education or training in engineering, mechanics or technical related fields
• Understanding of boiler and or hot oil systems