Maintenance Technician I

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MAINTENANCE / ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN I

GANNETT PUBLISHING SERVICES

GASTONIA, NC

WE ARE OFFERING $24-$26 PER HOUR BASED ON EXPERIENCE.

Industrial electrical and mechanical experience preferred. This will become a 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. shift after training.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance/Electrical Technician will perform both mechanical and electrical maintenance to maintain, diagnose, and repair specified production equipment and systems. Must be willing to work in a high-speed environment, supporting production and timelines. Candidate must be a self-starter with basic computer skills, their own tools, and a desire to learn and grow. Equipment-specific training will be provided.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work as part of a team to achieve and maintain on-time production performance, including product quality and accuracy standards and operational safety including OSHA & EPA compliance.

Perform the following functions:

· Schedule and perform mechanical & electrical maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on all designated equipment:

· Assist supervisors and contract service providers.

· Inspect all repairs and modification projects.

· Contribute to staff training and development.

· Maintain a clean safe work environment.

· Work as a team member in following up on ongoing projects and repairs.

· Other duties as assigned.

Safety

· Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

· Assist in leading safety compliance within the department including accident investigations and follow-up.

· Complete the required annual OSHA. safety training programs: Lockout/Tag-out, Hazardous Communications, Personal Protective Equipment, Hearing Conservation, Blood Borne Pathogens, Forklift, etc….

· Ensure all machine safety guards are installed, functioning properly, and in use.

· Immediately report any potential safety hazards, operational concerns, and all accidents/injuries and near misses to production management.

Communications

· Provide timely & accurate information to management.

· Immediately report equipment or product issues to production management.

· Communicate scheduling needs to supervisors and/or production management.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

· High school diploma or GED equivalent.

· Working knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical skills

· Minimum five years of related experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.

· English language fluency: Speaking, reading, and writing.

· Good verbal and written communication skills.

· Proven excellent time management skills working in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Physical demands commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job: pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, stretching, and working in tight positions.

· Must have the physical ability and coordination to remove and replace parts from machinery. To be functional within this position candidate should be able to lift at least 50lbs.

· Must have visual acuity at a short distance to examine the form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.

· Work in conditions of Heat, and humidity, working in tight areas, noise (from production machinery), and working with various oils, solvents, and other related chemicals.

· Must have a working knowledge of basic mechanical fundamentals.

· Must be flexible: Able to work overtime and Nights, Saturdays/Sundays when needed.

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