Maintenance Technician

Classification:

Hourly

Shift:
Second Shift - 8 (United States of America)

Job Description:

Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty?

At LATICRETE International, we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. We’ve been in business for over 65 years , family-owned for three generations , and can be found in over 100 countries . The Hartford Business Journal even named us one of Connecticut’s top family-owned companies in 2017!

We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate .

We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities , our industry, and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family and expand your horizons!

Just some of our benefits:

- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Tuition reimbursement
- 12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
- Flexible spending
- Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

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POSITION   SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician   provides   expertise   for equipment installation, start- up   and maintenance of plant equipment .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND   RESPONSIBILITIES

Additional   duties and responsibilities may be   assigned,   as necessary .

Preventative Maintenance (50%)

- Perform routine tasks such as greasing bearings, changing belts, changing oil, performing inspections, cleaning equipment,   etc.   to   maintain   equipment reliability.

- Support production workers during routine preventative maintenance   activities; ( TPM ).

Equipment Repair (40%)

- Installs,   repairs   and   maintains   machinery and mechanical equipment.

- Dismantle machinery to remove or replace defective parts .

- Optimize   use of maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies needed to repair equi p ment to OEM standards.

- Repair facility and building items as needed.

Equipment Troubleshooting (5%)

- Identify   complex electrical,   mechanical   and pneumatic problems on   production   machinery and facility equipment .

- Locates sources of problems by   observing   machinery in operation.

- Utilize tools to isolate malfunctioning equipment (ex . Multimeter , tachometer,   callipers , etc. )

Administrative (5%)

- Log all work performed into the Company CMMS.

- Complete end of shift reports communicating between maintenance and production departments.

- Order replacement parts for stock or parts for repair.

- Performing housekeeping, making sure   area   is clean at all times .

REQUIRED   SKILLS &   QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability   required . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

- High school diploma or equivalent .

- Minimum of 1 year experience   maintaining   and repairing equipment in a manufacturing environment .

Specialized Skills and Experience :)

- Good English language skills both verbal and written (Spanish speaking a plus).

- Good   computer skills including Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook) .

Travel Requirement:

- Occasional travel   as   required .

Physical Requirements:

- Must pass pre-employment   physical .

- L ift:   Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of   50   pounds.

- Push/Pull :  Must   be able to push/pull 5 0   pounds.

- Stand :  Must   be able to stand   80% - 85%   of the day.

- Sitting :  Must   be able to sit   25%   of the day.

- Twisting/Bending :  Must   be able to twist/bend   75 % of the day .

- Squatting,   Climbing   and/or Crawling:   Must be able to squat/climb/crawl 25% of the day .

- Able to work on heights, climb several flights of stairs (over 5 stories) daily if required .

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