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Gates Corporation

Senior Maintenance Tech

Gates Corporation, Galesburg, Illinois, us, 61402

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Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application‑specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Position Summary The Senior Maintenance Technician is responsible for multi‑craft maintenance activities, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, to ensure that production and facility equipment operate efficiently.

In addition to the general responsibilities associated with this role, the following summarizes key result areas, specific accountabilities, and job‑related tasks:

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance on equipment, including repairs, inspections, calibrations and scheduled overhauls or improvements

Use analytical troubleshooting skills to identify equipment problems, determine root causes and implement solutions to prevent recurrence

Perform both mechanical and electrical equipment repairs

Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to control systems and instrumentation

Collaborate with supervisors, operators, engineers and other technicians to identify and implement improvements in equipment and production efficiency

Participate in cross‑functional teams to support continuous improvement, quality enhancements and equipment installation or modification projects

Provide coaching and on‑the‑job training to other technicians and operators as needed

Perform and document work in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including entries for work orders, PMs and permits within the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)

Utilize computer systems such as email, CMMS and SOP databases

Log into CMMS at the beginning of each shift to receive daily work assignments or direction from supervisor/management

Complete assigned tasks, including booking labor and parts, creating and closing work orders for reactive calls and updating completion codes in the CMMS

Communicate issues and concerns effectively with peers and management, both verbally and through documentation in the CMMS

Execute all work in accordance with site policies, procedures and SOPs

Supervisory Responsibilities High School Diploma or GED.

Completion of a state‑accredited Journeyman or technical school program, OR equivalent formal education and field experience demonstrating proficiency in the following areas:

Mechanical maintenance of production equipment

Electrical maintenance

Instrumentation and controls

Mechanical fabrication/machine shop work

Requirements and Preferred Skills Associate's degree (AAS) in Engineering Technology

Understanding, repairing and troubleshooting of PC/PLC control systems

Experience in facilities and utilities maintenance, including:

HVAC systems

Boilers

Air compressors

Electrical distribution systems

Experience with material handling equipment

WHY GATES? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real‑world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Gates is an Equal Opportunity 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.

The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to loud. Temperatures can vary depending on weather conditions and can be extreme. Gates is managed in accordance with OSHAS requirements and requires all employees to wear steel‑toed shoes, safety glasses, and a hard hat.

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