Maintenance Technician

Working and diagnostic knowledge of three-phase electricity, diagnosis of electrical and electronic circuits/systems, read electrical schematics, working knowledge of relay ladder logic, and PLC troubleshooting and programming, Knowledge and troubleshooting skills for diagnosis of AC and DC drives and motors, servo motors and drives, stepper motors and drives as well the related encoders, pulse tachometers and resolvers. Troubleshoot and repair various automated production equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, washers, powder coat, assembly, and other types of machines for electronic/electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other failures.

HTI and our client are seeking Maintenance Technicians for a manufacturing facitlity in Vonore, TN! This is 12 hour nights, built in overtime, and you work 4 days on and 4 days off. Pay is $25.00-35.00/hour, depending on experience, with a shift differential for working the off shift. There is a lot of growth opportunity with full benefits and a bonus structure! It is a clean and climate controlled environment!

Job Summary

Troubleshoot and repair various automated production equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, washers, powder coat, assembly, and other types of machines for electronic/electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other failures.

Essential Duties and Accountabilities:

• Read and comprehend electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Working and diagnostic knowledge of three-phase electricity, diagnosis of electrical and electronic circuits/systems, read electrical schematics, working knowledge of relay ladder logic, and PLC troubleshooting and programming, 
• Knowledge and troubleshooting skills for diagnosis of AC and DC drives and motors, servo motors and drives, stepper motors and drives as well the related encoders, pulse tachometers and resolvers.
• Working knowledge of gearboxes and other means of mechanical power transmission.
• Knowledge and understanding of ball screws along with linear rails and bearings.
• Fabrication skills including cutting, welding, and grinding (preferred but not required).
• In depth knowledge and troubleshooting skills for pneumatic and hydraulic systems. 
• Abilities to use precision instruments and measuring devices.
• Abilities to use electrical multi-meters and basic use of oscilloscopes.
• Identify needed parts, install, and modify machines electrically and mechanically as needed. Ability to identify suitable replacement parts if exact replacements are not available.
• Work daily overtime, weekends, and holidays when required by the immediate supervisor and directed by TL or, as necessary, to complete essential job duties.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of relay logic.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to prepare and present written and oral reports, read and comprehend materials.
• Math skills including metrics, decimals, fractions, trigonometry, operation control sheets and reading measuring instruments.
• Possess and demonstrate interpersonal skills that promote a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills, able to work well under pressure and manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
• Basic knowledge of applicable quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems.