Maintenance Technician Jobs in Lafayette,IN,US

W3global · United States

Position Overview The Maintenance Technician supports production operations by maintaining and repairing mechanical systems and machinery throughout the manufacturing plant. This role involves completing all scheduled preventative maintenance on machinery and requires a strong understanding of specialized procedures and safety measures. Core Duties and Responsibilities Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, piping, cooling tower, steam, and boiler equipment and systems. Perform shaft, bearing, and coupler installation and alignment. Rebuild and install fluid pumps and gearboxes. Execute basic maintenance welding on various metals using Mig, Tig, and Stick methods. Thread and run copper, stainless steel, and black pipe. Complete industrial motor installation, balancing, and alignment. Handle industrial machine installation and rigging requirements. Maintain the lubrication requirements for all industrial equipment. Plan and perform tasks utilizing a thorough understanding of material properties, operational principles, and mechanical theories. Install, activate, and shut down equipment in strict accordance with OSHA requirements and internal safety procedures. Advise machine operators on the safety requirements and procedures for working with mechanical and electrical equipment. Maintain all required maintenance and performance records for identified machinery. Execute preventative maintenance tasks as directed while keeping the work environment clean and safe. Assist operations and maintenance personnel, as well as other technical-level employees, with technical troubleshooting. Complete all other assigned work-related duties. Required Qualifications 2 to 5 years of proven experience working with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and piping systems within a manufacturing environment. Thorough understanding of piping systems and mechanical equipment. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Must be able to successfully complete RCRA training. Must hold Mobile Equipment Certification for operating aerial platforms, powered industrial trucks, and similar equipment. Ability to comfortably perform duties at various equipment levels and heights. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated problem-solving skills for mechanical applications. Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanic, boiler, steam, and piping systems. Strong background in Preventative Maintenance. Physical Demands & Work Environment Physical requirements include talking, hearing, standing, sitting, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and climbing stairs. Requires reaching above and below chest level, as well as using hands to feel, handle, or operate tools, objects, and controls. Must be able to frequently lift and move items weighing over 50 pounds. Requires the ability to work on grated platforms up to 80 feet high. Specific vision requirements include depth perception, color vision, close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment includes frequent exposure to vibration, moving mechanical parts, and potential exposure to chemical or non-toxic dust and fumes. Employees may occasionally be required to enter confined spaces. The work environment is loud, occasionally exceeding 85 decibels, which requires the use of hearing protection. Employees are occasionally exposed to extreme temperatures, including cold environments below 55 degrees and hot environments above 100 degrees.