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Maintenance Technician

Carlisle Construction Materials, Greenfield, IN, United States


Overview
Job Summary

Maintain and repair mechanical/electrical/boiler systems throughout the facility; execute capital projects (installation, dismantling of equipment) and other various high‑level maintenance tasks throughout the facility with the ability to work independently and efficiently to ensure timely production processes. Expected hours of work 40 hours a week with a varied shift schedule 8–10 hours shifts with occasional overtime and weekend hours. No travel required.

Responsibilities

Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.

Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.

Inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair.

Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specific procedures.

Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments according to production specifications.

Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.

Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.

Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.

Set up and operate machines and adjust controls to regulate operations.

Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies.

Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse in order to maintain machinery and work areas.

Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.

Adjust, install, fabricate, and make modifications of equipment to maintain or improve safety and quality of operational conditions or equipment efficiency.

Comply with and participate in regulatory, company and departmental policies, procedures, and standards (PSM, safety protocols, COS).

Troubleshoot control systems, servo drives, motors, HMIs and PLCs.

Calibrate controls instrumentation.

Maintain and enhance electrical and PLC troubleshooting.

Provide training to Maintenance Technicians I & II as needed.

Articulate machine issues to vendors/engineers to resolve technical issues.

Handle and audit preventative maintenance procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of measuring gauges such as tape measures.

Knowledge of various hand and power tools.

Prior experience operating a forklift.

Working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.

Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills.

Ability to work under pressure to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Have boiler operator certification or ability to obtain boiler certification.

Working knowledge of electrical codes including NFPA 70E (Arc Flash).

Industrial electrical AC/DC troubleshooting skills, including ability to utilize electrical instrumentation (megohmmeter).

Complete knowledge of all plant equipment (level III).

Ability to use hand and portable tools, gas and arc welder, forklift, pickup truck, testing equipment, tape measure, computer (shop floor and ERP).

Education And Experience

Required:

Education – High School diploma or GED required or technical school.

Three to five (3-5) years related maintenance experience.

Previous experience in the following maintenance areas preferred: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, and boiler.

Mechanical background with rotating equipment. Hydraulic and pneumatic. Electrical/mechanical troubleshooting.

PLC knowledge.

Working Conditions

Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels.

Exposure to hazardous mechanical, electrical and chemical substances/equipment.

Confined workspaces.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY

FREQUENTLY

CONTINUOUSLY

Lifting or carrying: 1-10 LBS – OCCASIONALLY

Lifting or carrying: 11-20 LBS – FREQUENTLY

Lifting or carrying: 21-40 LBS – CONTINUOUSLY

Lifting or carrying: 41-50 LBS – OCCASIONALLY

Lifting or carrying: 51 or more LBS – OCCASIONALLY

Pushing or Pulling: 1-40 LBS – FREQUENTLY

Pushing or Pulling: 41-50 LBS – OCCASIONALLY

Pushing or Pulling: 51 or more LBS – OCCASIONALLY

Bending or Stooping – OCCASIONALLY

Reaching above shoulder level – OCCASIONALLY

Driving automatic equipment vehicles – OCCASIONALLY

Operate machinery or power tools – FREQUENTLY

Climbing (ladders, stairs, etc.) – FREQUENTLY

Walking – FREQUENTLY

Standing – CONTINUOUSLY

Sitting – OCCASIONALLY

Working in extreme temperatures – FREQUENTLY

Repetitive motion (wrist, hands, fingers) – FREQUENTLY

Vision – FREQUENTLY

Hearing – FREQUENTLY

Dexterity – FREQUENTLY

Hands‑eye coordination – FREQUENTLY

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used

Eye and hearing protection is required at all times on the production floor.

Safety toe shoes (steel/composite).

Flame Resistant rated Maintenance uniform provided.

Other PPE as defined by management within assigned department.

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