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Job Requisition ID: 68439

Department: Manuf. & Operations (DEPT_MFGOP)

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They're the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you'll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects - both locally and globally - will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.

We are #EnergizedByGrowth.

DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.

The CNC Technician is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, calibrating, and maintaining Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinery and related industrial equipment. The primary objective of this position is to maximize machine reliability, minimize production downtime, maintain equipment accuracy, and support a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

The technician performs emergency, corrective, and preventive maintenance on multi-axis CNC lathes, mills, grinders, robotic systems, and auxiliary equipment. This role requires strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls knowledge, along with the ability to interpret complex schematics and diagnose equipment faults.

• Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and CNC control faults using schematics, diagnostic tools, alarms, and machine data. Mazak, Okuma, Haas and Mori Seiki.
• Repairs: Repair, rebuild, adjust, or replace components such as ball screws, linear guides, spindle assemblies and bearings, motors, encoders, gears, pumps, valves, sensors, and related machine components.
• Preventive Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance, including lubrication, fluid and filter changes, cleaning, inspections, alignment checks, calibration, geometry adjustments, and condition monitoring.
• Electrical & Automation: Troubleshoot and service servo drives, variable frequency drives (VFDs), PLCs, transformers, relays, contactors, HMIs, power supplies, motors, and input/output devices.
• CNC Controls: Navigate, diagnose, and make approved adjustments to major machine control platforms such as FANUC, Siemens, Mitsubishi, and Allen-Bradley.
• Machine Accuracy: Support machine leveling, axis alignment, backlash checks, spindle alignment, laser calibration, and other activities required to maintain machining accuracy and repeatability.
• Installation & Commissioning: Assist with machine installation, relocation, startup, commissioning, utility connections, and verification of safe operation.
• Documentation: Record maintenance activities, work orders, failure information, parts usage, calibrations, and completed preventive maintenance in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Continuous Improvement: Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend corrective actions, reliability improvements, spare-parts needs, and maintenance process improvements.
• Safety: Follow all company safety procedures, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements, OSHA regulations, electrical safety practices, and PPE requirements.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school, trade certification, apprenticeship, or Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Typically 3-5 years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a CNC machining or high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot CNC equipment using electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, hydraulic diagrams, pneumatic diagrams, and OEM documentation.
• Working knowledge of CNC controls, PLCs, servo systems, VFDs, industrial electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, gearboxes, and precision mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, multimeters, clamp meters, calipers, micrometers, indicators, and other diagnostic or precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to use diagnostic software, maintenance documentation, and CMMS applications.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and coordinate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams.

• Experience with FANUC, Siemens, Mitsubishi, and/or Allen-Bradley controls.
• Experience with multi-axis CNC lathes, machining centers, grinders, robotic cells, and automated material-handling equipment.
• Experience with laser alignment, ball-bar testing, machine geometry, spindle troubleshooting, and precision calibration.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and reliability-centered maintenance practices.

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work in confined or restricted areas around industrial machinery for extended periods.
• Ability to work safely around moving equipment, electrical systems, oils, coolants, compressed air, and other typical manufacturing hazards.
• Ability to respond to equipment breakdowns and production priorities; overtime, weekends, or off-shift work may be required based on operational needs.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Success in this role is measured by equipment uptime, quality and timeliness of repairs, preventive maintenance completion, reduction of repeat failures, accurate documentation, machine reliability, and consistent adherence to safety standards.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

 Benefits: Benefits for this position include:  a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including  business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact dfs.hrinquiries@doverfs.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

This position may be located in: Americas : United States : North Carolina : Smithfield

Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations