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Schedule: Monday - Friday | 6:50 AM-3:00 PMAbout PDMWith nearly five decades of manufacturing excellence rooted in European craftsmanship, PDM continues to grow through innovation, quality, and a deep commitment to our people. Our copper mill runs 24/7 year-round, while production operates around-the-clock Monday through Friday - a fast-moving environment where teamwork, accountability, and technical skill drive our success.Our culture is shaped by our core values: Passion for Excellence, Quality, Innovation, Safety & Sustainability, Integrity & Accountability, and ONE PDM. These values guide how we work, how we solve problems, and how we support each other every day.Position SummaryPDM US is seeking skilled and dependable Multi-Craft Maintenance Technicians to support the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This role performs a variety of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and facility systems.The ideal candidate will have broad industrial maintenance experience and a demonstrated strength in at least one of the following specialized trades:HVACPipefittingWelding/FabricationIndustrial ElectricalEssential Duties & ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment and facility systems.Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems.Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime.Install, modify, and improve equipment, machinery, and facility infrastructure.Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.Assist with machine moves, installations, and continuous improvement projects.Maintain maintenance records and complete work orders accurately.Follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental requirements.Support emergency repairs as needed to maintain production operations.Preferred Specialty SkillsCandidates should possess strong proficiency in one or more of the following:HVACMaintain and repair commercial or industrial HVAC equipment.Troubleshoot heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.PipefittingInstall and repair piping systems for air, water, hydraulic, gas, and process applications.Read piping drawings and fabricate piping runs as required.Welding / FabricationPerform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.Fabricate guards, platforms, brackets, equipment modifications, and structural repairs.Ability to work from drawings and take field measurements.Industrial ElectricalTroubleshoot motors, drives, control circuits, sensors, and PLC-controlled equipment.Read electrical schematics and perform electrical installations and repairs.Experience with Siemens PLCs and industrial automation strongly preferred.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required.Technical degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in industrial maintenance preferred.Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems independently.Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, gearboxes, motors, and power transmission systems.Ability to safely use maintenance tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop machinery.Physical RequirementsAbility to lift up to 50 pounds.Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work in industrial environments.Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces when required.Why PDM US?At PDM US, we value employees who demonstrate our Copper Core Values through safety, teamwork, accountability, quality workmanship, and a commitment to continuous improvement.I hereby consent to allow PDM US, LLC to take a specimen of my hair, urine, or blood and submit it to a laboratory testing service for a pre-employment, random or reasonable suspicion drug test. I further consent to allow the laboratory testing service to make the results of the drug test available to PDM US, LLC.I understand that positive test results, refusal to be tested or any attempt to affect the test results or test sample will result in the withdrawal of my application for employment and/or withdrawal of any provisional employment offer I have received from PDM US, LLC or termination of employment, depending on when the results are received.I agree to hold harmless and release from all claims PDM US, LLC and its agents from any liability arising in whole or part out of the collection of specimens, testing and the appropriate use of the information from such testing.
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