Maintenance Technician

Job DescriptionOFS has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more. Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To do so, we must continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face.We currently seek a Maintenance Technician to join our division located in Avon, CT, and help support our continued business growth. A multi-disciplined, electro-mechanical technician will be responsible for performing maintenance, repair, and/or modification of the plants computer driven controls systems and the plants mechanical and electrical systems. This position is involved in fabrication, application, installation and repair of mechanical and electromechanical equipment and carrying out administrative tasks associated with equipment history, work requests, and spare parts. The candidate is expected to operate semi-autonomous, following company and industry standard procedures to maintain a safe and professional working environment at all times. Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Day to day trouble shooting, repair and installation of low and high voltage (single/three-phase) industrial electromechanical control systems for utility production equipment. This includes both building electrical and machine electrical panels. Independently troubleshooting and repairing problems with Programmable Logic Controllers and related components.Diagnoses cause of electrical or mechanical malfunction or failure of equipment or systems repairs or replaces defective components. Test and calibrate electrical/electronic systems and components to ensure that they are operating properly or locate defects. Assembles and installs electrical and electro-mechanical components and systems. Interface with equipment operators and maintenance staff to ascertain problems with equipment. Involvement in planning, fabricating and installing new equipment/ equipment upgradesExpected to actively participate in breakdown analysis, design for maintainability, kaizen, and other continuous improvement initiatives.Adhere to all safety programs and policiesWork closely and professionally with internal customers to meet safety, production and equipment reliability goals.Perform other related duties as required by management. Key qualifications include:High school diploma required. Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate preferred.Two to three years and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience in electrical and mechanical service and maintenance.General understanding and hands on experience with safe work environments. Knowledge of applicable NEC and NFPA codes. Complete understanding of Plant electrical systems, including DC voltage and AC voltage from 24V to 480V. Experience using both DC and AC motors, VF Drives and Servo Controlled Systems (Allen Bradley preferred). Minimum 2 years trouble-shooting Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen-Bradley preferred). Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and modify electrical prints, schematics, engineering drawings and sketches to determine problem, document self-created changes, and make appropriate repairs.Availability to work overtime and/or occasional off-shift repair calls.Experience with AutoCAD, MS Office desired.Machining and/or welding experience a plus.General Expectations:Be available to work overtime when needed and occasionally respond to off-shift repair calls, equipment failure events.Pursues training and development opportunities to keep up with advancing technologies, and continuously build knowledge and skill-set. Ability to prioritize activities and effectively manage time.Maintain a consistent presence and strive for continuous mitment to meet and exceed customers'' expectations by making Quality key in all of your daily activities as it relates to product manufacturing, training/certification and following ISO procedures.Demonstrate effective communications (verbal, written) skillsProficient with MS Office Word and ExcelMaintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary informationStrict adherence to Company safety policies and proceduresConform to all aspects of OFS'' ''Standards of Conduct'' documentWorking at OFS means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation and discover new solutions for the future. In addition to our dynamic work environment, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement and a matching 401(k) plan.Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.If you''d like to be part of an energetic, world leader in optic fiber solutions, please apply online via this posting.Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment. Reasonable accommodations for medical or religious exemption will be considered. Note: Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.OFS, a Georgia based global company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Created: 2025-11-15