Maintenance

ICE Job Description

Equipment Fabrication & Repair / Preventative Maintenance Technician

Title: Equipment Fabrication & Repair / PM Tech FTE Status: Full Time – 40 hours

FLSA Status: Non-exempt, hourly Reports To: Operations Manager

Primary Purpose of Position:

Responsible for the general repairs and maintenance of custom machinery and mechanical equipment as well as fabrication of new custom equipment. Works with engineering to analyze methods and manufacturing process problems to determine root cause and corrective actions. Performs work on gearboxes, rigging, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, screw compressors, vacuum pumps, fluid pumps, autoclaves, ovens, electrical troubleshooting, digital and analog instrumentation, and controls. Fabrication responsibilities include fabrication, design input, assembly, welding (TIG/MIG/Arc), hydraulic, pneumatic & controls of specialized equipment. Additional work lighting systems, HVAC unit freezers and light carpentry, machining, and machine building.

Essential Functions:

1. Performs equipment repairs as necessary to ensure continued production flow
2. Provides preventative maintenance of equipment to include development of plan and documentation compliance
3. Fabricates parts to maintain/repair equipment
4. Responsible for fabrication of new equipment; hydraulic, pneumatic, wiring, controls, assembly & welding
5. Performs facility maintenance as needed
6. Troubleshoots breakdown of equipment
7. Participates in the continuous review of the manufacturing processes, focusing on opportunities for improvement in productivity, quality, and cost reduction
8. Assists engineering in design development process
9. Effectively manages job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace

Additional Functions:

• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Knowledge, Skill and, Ability to:

Interface with equipment operators, work order originators and engineering staff to complete assignments

Function independently as well as part of a team

Mechanically repair equipment

Basic electrical wiring

Perform proficiently in Word and Excel

Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing

Demonstrate a sound understanding of mathematics

Work mainly day shifts and occasional off shift as needed, as well as weekend overtime

Weld on steel and aluminum (MIG/TIG/Arc)

Perform proficiently in operation of manual machining equipment (mill, lathe, drill press)

Preferred Education/Experience

Minimum of three years experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience may include a combination of technical school, college instruction and/or work experience.

PLC knowledge is preferred; will provide on the job training

Any combination of the experience, education, training, and requirements listed above which provides an equivalent background to perform the work of this position may be considered by management.

Reporting:

• Direct report to Operations Manager
• Works directly with other employees in a team environment
• Work with engineering, management and production crew for problem solving and production improvements

Working Conditions:

This position includes the ability to perform those activities to complete the essential functions of the job, either with or without reasonable accommodation. The position includes continuous and/or frequent talking, repetitive motions of hand/wrists, hearing and handling. Mental activities performed by the employee in this position include decision making, interpersonal skills, supervisory skills, teamwork, creativity, customer service, mentoring, use of discretion, presentations/teaching, problem analysis, negotiation, and the ability to perform math and to read, write, speak, and understand English. Physical activities may include standing, walking, stooping, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, bending, crawling, reaching, grasping, fingering, repetitive motions of hands and wrists, sitting, hearing, and lifting/pushing/pulling or carrying objects up to 75 pounds. Work is primarily indoors in a manufacturing facility.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

ICE is an equal opportunity employer. Per ITAR regulations applicants must provide evidence of US Person status by completing a U.S. Export Control Compliance Verification form at reception. US laws and regulations prohibit the unauthorized export of restricted technology to non-US persons. A US Passport is the most common document used, but not the only type accepted. Once determined, the documentation will be kept on file at ICE.

ICE is a drug and tobacco free workplace.