Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring equipment uptime through timely, in-depth

troubleshooting and repair. The Maintenance Technician performs troubleshooting and repair of all

production equipment including injection molders, blow molders, fillers/cappers, labelers, case packers,

conveyors, palletizers, and stretch wrappers. The Maintenance Technician also performs

troubleshooting and repair of facilities and auxiliary equipment, such as chillers, air compressors,

Reverse Osmosis, other water filtration equipment and general maintenance of the plant. The

Maintenance Technician works directly with machine Operators, Supervisors, Preventative Maintenance

Mechanics and Sr. Maintenance Technicians to resolve mechanical issues that arise during shift. The

Maintenance Technician proposes solutions to complex and reoccurring problems on production

equipment to Sr. Mechanics and Management to resolve issues.

Job Description

**Essential Functions

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Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical

drawings and testing equipment

Repair equipment, fixtures, systems, conveyors, and other equipment at facility

Modify, lubricate, diagnose, and operate equipment in accordance with Niagara’s defined processes

Maintain industrial control systems

Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs in a safe and timely manner

Create and report repairs throughout shift. Complete required work order paperwork, document parts

and material usage

Understand and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation.

Personal Protective Equipment is to be used where required

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job to ensure equipment and facility

uptime

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or

responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities

may change at any time with or without prior notice

**Qualifications

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*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

**Competencies

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This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

**Education

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**Certification/License:

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**Foreign Language

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You should be proficient in:

Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans

Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills

Salary info:

$25 - $30 / hr