Maintenance Technician
Planet Forward - Oakland, IA
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Job ***** Maintenance Technician (Multiple day & night shift openings)***** Up to $33/hr depending on experience***** Rotating 12 hour shift (2 on - 2 off - 3 on - 2 off Schedule)Day ***** 5am -5pmNight ***** 5pm - 5am (Shift Differential of $4.50/hr On Night Shift)Attendance and Retention bonuses availableThe Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of engine room and plant facilities and for the proper preventative maintenance of the plant and production equipment assigned.Job ResponsibilitiesDiagnose and repair malfunctioning plant equipment.Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on production equipment.Lubricate the production equipment daily.Replace broken belts, bearings, motors, electrical systems on production as necessary.Repair pipes and plumbing problems throughout the plant.Build machine modifications or system improvements as requested by management.Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and controls for production equipment and throughout plant.Keep area clean.Planning, scheduling, coordination, with SHIFT Supervisor.Manage the day-to-day operation of the maintenance group.Perform on-the-job training of other maintenance team members.Assist team members in all grade levels with trouble shooting.Perform other duties as assigned.Experience & SkillsMust have well-rounded maintenance skillset within manufacturing environmentMust have knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systemsPreventative maintenance experienceReplace broken belts, bearings, motors, electrical systems on production as necessary1 year on the job training by other maintenance mechanics.2+ years experience in troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of plant production machinery.Knowledge of inverters and proximity switches is required.Must be able to service and troubleshoot equipment.Must be able to read blueprints.Possess basic refrigeration knowledge.Basic knowledge of welding and fabrication techniques.Must have knowledge of electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.EducationMust have a high school diploma or equivalent of a GED.Associate's Degree in mechanical and/or industrial engineering would be preferred but not required.Work EnvironmentThis position requires standing for the entire shift in addition to walking, bending, lifting, reaching and pushing. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work in hot and cold, wet and dry environments.
Created: 2025-05-08