Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift
full-time•Piqua
About this role
Description
Basic Function: Repairs and maintains machinery, mechanical equipment, and buildings as required.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
- Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
- Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
- Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
- Repairs or replaces defective parts.
- Locates damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machine, and measures, cuts, threads, and installs new pipe.
- Lubricates and cleans parts and machines to include performing maintenance on tow motors and other company vehicles.
- Starts devices to test their performance.
- Operates metalworking tools, drill press, or grinder, to make or repair parts.
- Operates welding equipment and cutting torch as required to make repairs on equipment.
- Keeps steam system in good working condition by keeping all leaks repaired and well insulated.
- Cleans work area, tools, and equipment.
- Performs light electrical repairs.
- Drives pick-up truck pick up parts as required.
- Follows all safety practices and procedures.
- Trouble shooting experience with electric motors, electrical wiring, hydraulics, pneumatics and fabrication
Requirements
Qualifications and Required Skills:
- Previous experience in lumber machinery and maintenance repair are desired
- Maintenance education preferred
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic math skills
- Lifts frequently (40 - 70% of normal work day) material weighing 25 – 60 lbs. Occasionally (15 - 40%) lifts material weighing over 60 lbs Lifting generally from floor level to shoulder level.
- Proficiency with the use of: hand tools, grinders, drill presses, drills, air compressors, air driven tools, welder, front end loaders, tow motors, and straight trucks are preferred.
- Must reach, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
- Tow motor license is a plus
- Valid Driver’s License is required
- Must be able to wear a Respirator
- Comfortable with heights
What you'll do
- The Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing and maintaining machinery, mechanical equipment, and buildings. Key tasks include troubleshooting mechanical issues, replacing defective parts, and ensuring all equipment operates efficiently.
About Hartzell Air Movement & Hardwoods
For 150 years, the family-owned Hartzell companies have been synonymous with top of the line quality and industry-altering innovations. The company displays its dedication and extensive knowledge within each of its divisions – Hartzell Air Movement and Hartzell Hardwoods. Hartzell Air Movement currently encompasses both axial and centrifugal fans built for longevity within the rigorous requirements necessary for industrial environments. Hartzell Hardwoods is known throughout the world as a leading producer of fine walnut lumber as well as top quality thick stock red and white oak lumber. Throughout history, the Hartzell affiliated companies contain remarkable integrity, dedication, and innovation which will remain a staple in our corporate culture of quality, value, and commitment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift do at Hartzell Air Movement & Hardwoods?
As a Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift at Hartzell Air Movement & Hardwoods, you will: the Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing and maintaining machinery, mechanical equipment, and buildings. Key tasks include troubleshooting mechanical issues, replacing defective parts, and ensuring all equipment operates efficiently..
Is the Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift position at Hartzell Air Movement & Hardwoods remote?
The Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift position at Hartzell Air Movement & Hardwoods is based in Piqua, Ohio, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift position at Hartzell Air Movement & Hardwoods?
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