Maintenance Technician - Nightshift

Gates Corporation
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Arkansas, Siloam Springs
Nov 21, 2024
At Gates, we welcome challenges, celebrate hard work, and continually seek new talent to join our global company. Our Siloam Springs, AR plant is looking for a Maintenance Technician. We recently implemented a new pay structure with maintenance wages $24-$34 per hour depending upon skills. Please review below to see if this might be the right opportunity for you: PERKS AT WORK Great team culture that works together to get the job done Eligible for benefits in 30 days or less, including 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off - starting at a max of 21 days per year! Employee Discounts - computers, vehicles, amusement park tickets, gym memberships, and more! OVERVIEW: At Gates, we welcome challenges, celebrate hard work, and continually seek new talent to join our global company. Our Siloam Springs plant is looking for one Maintenance Technician. Please review below to see if this might be the right opportunity for you. RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for performing preventive maintenance, repairing industrial equipment, fixing safety concerns and maintaining the facility Daily accuracy and productivity work is necessary for inventory control and accountability Intermediate-level knowledge and ability to perform machine maintenance/mechanics, basic understanding of hydraulics, blue print reading, welding and fabrication and operation of machine tools to repair machine components is required Demonstrates ability to install new equipment and work with high pressure steam, air, water and gas lines. Demonstrates ability to install of electrical/electronic controls and components, piping and tubing. Tracks time, materials and keep accurate records of work performed. Communicates information to co-workers in a clear and concise manner. Attendance is an essential function of this position. The employee must have regular, reliable, punctual and consistent attendance. The employee must be able to work regular and/or flexible hours or shifts, overtime before and after regular hours and shifts, as well as on weekends. Position works rotating nightshift, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM QUALIFICATIONS: GED or High School Diploma required; 2-years technical degree preferred or 5 years of experience preferred Previous leadership experience preferred. Communication skills; verbal, written listening and understanding Experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, basic Programmable Logic Controller programming and troubleshooting, schematics reading, hydraulics, pneumatics, fabrication, and installation High level of mechanical aptitude Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy Strong team player; proactively able to step in to support other team members as needed and share knowledge to allow cross training of all functions, builds collaborative relationships. Must be a self-starter requiring minimal supervision PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Individuals may be exposed to extreme hot or cold temperatures in an indoor and outdoor work environment. Depending on work area, personal protective equipment will be required including hearing protection, steel toed shoes and safety glasses. Gates Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.