Maintenance Technician - Dallas, TX

## Description

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

The following are performed by the Mechanic

Preventative Maintenance

• One of the principal duties of the Mechanic is to maintain the equipment in excellent working order, the first step is through performing preventative maintenance as needed
• Follow preventative maintenance schedules and checklists
• Perform work in a proper fashion according to the equipment needs, age, condition, use, as trained and outlined in the equipment manual
• Record entries as duties are performed

Repairs

• Receive Repair Work Orders
• Prioritize work to be performed based on individual equipment needs, Operator and Shift Supervisor input, and specific instructions from the Plant Manager
• Perform repairs in such a way as to get the production line up and running in the most expeditious way
• Reexamine machinery to make sure that it is working properly
• Complete repairs if the initial repair was only a temporary solution
• Inform the Shift Supervisor of any machine problems which may adversely affect the efficiency of that shift’s work, may present a safety hazard in any way, or of any machine whose Operators need to be assigned other duties while a machine is being repaired
• Keep the Shift Supervisor informed of machine status, including when a machine is ready to function properly
• Ensure that all equipment which is unsafe to operate is designated so, shut down properly and placed in a safe condition, and the Operator and Crew are informed

Operator Training

• Shift Supervisors are responsible for the Operators; however, it is the Mechanics Duty to offer training to Operators as needed on an ongoing basis concerning machine operation which obviously effects overall efficiency or adversely effects equipment life and maintenance
• When machines break down or need immediate repair, question Operator to find the nature of the problem and the conditions of operation in which the problem occurred
• Maintain a safety-first attitude, ensure that Operators are operating equipment safely at all times

General

• Maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the maintenance area
• Sign for tools going in or out of the tool inventory
• Assume responsibility for all tools assigned
• Clean equipment and work area as necessary to work on machinery or to clean up afterwards
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor

## Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE

Minimum two years hands-on experience in these or related functions for Mechanics Minimum five years hands-on experience in these or related functions for the Maintenance Supervisor

EDUCATION: Minimum two years college or vocational training in this field, or exceptional direct experience

The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors such as work location, job-related skills, qualifications, experience, responsibilities, and relevant education and training. In addition to our compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including the following:

• Bonus based on company performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off (including vacation, company holidays, and parental leave)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Other benefits such as life insurance, disability coverage, and wellness programs