Industrial Maintenance Technician

BERNHARD WOODWORK LTD. • Full-time • Northbrook, Illinois, United States • $30 - $35 / hour • 2w ago

We are looking for an experienced and competent Maintenance Technician to manage maintenance in our facilities for both machinery and physical plant. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of upkeep or repair operations. An excellent maintenance supervisor must be reliable and have a great eye for detail. They must have technical skills and trades. Leadership and knowledge of administrative tasks such as scheduling are essential. The goal is to ensure that facilities are in a good and safe condition at all times.

Responsibilities
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Maintain shop and building equipment by following diagrams, prints, operations manuals and manufacturer’s instructions

Troubleshoot equipment and repair when necessary including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of production machines, building, and power tools
Inspect facilities and machinery periodically to determine problems and necessary maintenance
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
Locate sources of problems by observing both machine and mechanical devices in operation and listening for problems that may occur
Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance needed and the completion dates/times associated with the project
Provide machine and mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests from co-workers
Prepare regular maintenance schedules
Hire and supervise tradesmen during installation, repairs or maintenance (HVAC electricians, plumbers etc.)
Inspect and maintain building systems (boiler, pumps, heating, ventilation etc.)
Monitor inventory of supplies, materials and equipment
Ensure adherence to quality standards and health and safety regulations including local, environmental, and OSHA regulation with outside safety consultant

Skills

Proven experience as maintenance technician or similar role
Strong technical knowledge of all building systems (electrical, heating etc.)
Knowledge of health and safety regulations
planning and leadership abilities
Computer literate
communication and interpersonal skills
Professional Certifications, Plumbing or Electrical license is a plus
Comprehensive understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Proficient use of meters and diagnostic tools
Good physical condition and strength with a willingness to work overtime
High school diploma or equivalent with not less than 5 years of relevant maintenance experience

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