Maintenance Lead Technician

Service Wire CompanyPhoenix, ArizonaOn-siteFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 2 hours ago

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About this role

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Technical & Team Support

- Perform and support the maintenance team with troubleshooting and hands-on repair tasks when needed to ensure equipment uptime and reliability

- Provide informal leadership and serve as a go-to resource for parts location, work order system questions, and workflow logistics.

- Assist with preventive maintenance optimization by flagging repetitive issues and supporting root cause documentation.

- Utilizes predictive maintenance technologies to monitor equipment performance, observe trends and recommend corrective actions.

- Support documentation and analysis of maintenance data to guide improvements in preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices.

Vendor & Repair Coordination

- Coordinate repairs and scheduled maintenance with forklift and other equipment vendors.

- Track service visits, communicate downtime expectations, and follow-up to ensure vendor performance meets uptime requirement.

- Assist with gathering quotes or scheduling third-party maintenance when required.

- Identify and sources parts, supplies and repair items as necessary; evaluate alternatives to improve equipment reliability, reduce costs, and minimize downtime

Continuous Improvement and Operational Support

- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment reliability, reducing unplanned downtime, and improving maintenance efficiency.

- Assist in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for recurring issues.

- Ensure maintenance work areas, including the parts storage and supply stations, are compliant with safety and 5S standards.

Safety and Compliance

- Follow all safety policies, technical instructions, and OSHA regulations.

- Maintain situational awareness, identify/correct/report unsafe behaviors or conditions, and proactively mitigate risks.

Professional Development

- Complete and conduct on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development and advanced skills.

Knowledge/Skills/Requirements:

- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or technical certification preferred.

- Minimum 3+ years of maintenance, inventory, or equipment support experience in a manufacturing environment.

- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical parts, with ability to identify and source correct components.

- Experience using CMMS or inventory tracking systems to issue parts, track WOs, and manage reorder points.

- Good computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

- Ability to read technical specifications drawings (mechanical/electrical)

- Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities independently.

- Must be able to pass forklift and high-reach certification (or certify within 6 months).

Physical Demands/Work Environment

- Work environment is comparable to outdoor temperatures

- Regularly stands, bends, and reaches for extended periods

- Regularly moves about the facility

- Regularly lifts and moves materials up to 50 pounds

- Occasionally required to move up to 100 pounds by pushing, pulling, or sliding material. Assistance provided as needed.

- Visual inspection of material quality required.

- Must be able to work in hot and cold environments without climate-control

- In-person attendance is an essential function of the job

Shift schedule and Information

- Must be available to work 6:30am - 3:30pm.