Job Description

Job Title: 2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Location: Alexandria, KY
Pay: 25.39 - 35.30

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Position Description

Maintenance Technicians are responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while ensuring a safe work environment and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and read blueprints, ladder logic, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics to troubleshoot machines and improve systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair preventative and corrective maintenance on plant and support equipment, including:
  • Scales, Dumpers, Mixers, Cookers, Chillers, Slicers, Packaging Machines, Conveyors, Palletizers, and Pallet Wrappers.
• Repair, modify, and improve facility and production equipment using precision techniques.
• Develop comprehension and troubleshooting skills for:
  • PLC-controlled equipment, motor control systems, servo motors, 3-phase electrical systems, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, gear reducers, chain/belt drives, conveyors, and pumps.
• Perform mathematical calculations necessary for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Provide corrective actions to system failures using root cause analysis and troubleshooting techniques.
• Fabricate and weld various types of metals (preferred).
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to execute and follow up on maintenance activities.
• Follow safety policies, including Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO), Arc-Flash, hot work permits, and confined space entry.
• Work closely with Maintenance Supervisors and Planners to identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, positive morale, and exceptional customer service.
• Work off-shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed to support operational needs.
• Maintain a basic understanding of OSHA regulations to ensure compliance.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move up to 40 lbs.
• Work in wet, humid, cold, and hot environments.
• Spend long periods walking or standing on hard floors (8–12-hour shifts).
• Work in refrigerated areas with ambient temperatures of 40°F.

Qualifications

• Required :
  • 2 years of industrial maintenance experience with a focus on electrical/motors.
  • Strong skills in troubleshooting and repairing PLC-controlled systems, electrical components, mechanical systems, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
  • Knowledge of motor control systems, gear reducers, chain drives, and vacuum pumps.
• Preferred :
  • Fabrication and welding experience.
  • Familiarity with Lean principles and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedules and adhere to company safety standards.

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