Maintenance Technician

Job Type/Details

• Full-time, Hourly (non-exempt)
• Overtime opportunities
• Job training provided
• Health, dental, and vision benefits (30-day waiting period applies)
• Life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance benefits (30-day waiting period applies)
• 401(K) available with 2% employer match
• Standard 2 weeks of vacation per year (90-day waiting period applies)
• 11 paid holidays per year

Salary Discussed Individually

Our Company

The issue of mass incarceration and the soaring rate of recidivism is one of the most important civil rights issues of our time. At Awake, we believe we can play an active role in combatting this issue by providing meaningful second chance employment to formerly incarcerated individuals. Whether you have a record, or just want to work at a company that is part of the solution, Awake would love to have you join our team.

Awake Window & Door Co. is an organization full of individuals deeply committed to our core values and creating solutions that excite our stakeholders. Our company is made up of an incredibly talented group of individuals dedicated to finding innovative solutions to complex problems. This group is never afraid of the hard work required to give our customers the best possible experience. We want your position at Awake to be the greatest job you have ever had. We are passionate about creating a compelling work place environment where you’ll have fun, you’ll do great work, you’ll be challenged to be better, and you’ll love what you do.

Job Description

A Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring that all equipment and machinery in a manufacturing facility are operating efficiently. Their job involves conducting routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment, and performing preventative maintenance to avoid breakdowns. In addition to the manufacturing environment, the technician is also responsible for performing ongoing facility maintenance and repairs including basic plumbing, A/C, heating and wiring with the goal of ensuring the facility is safe and functional at all times. When appropriate, the technician will also contract and coordinate with outside contractors to perform work on the facilities and/or manufacturing equipment.

A Maintenance Technician should have a strong understanding of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems and be able to read technical manuals and blueprints. Overall, a maintenance technician plays a crucial role in the manufacturing process.

Social Skills

• Ability to receive verbal instructions and to work together with a team to accomplish a common goal.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and make necessary changes
• Ability to ask questions when instructions are unclear.
• Actively looks for ways to encourage and support others.

Tasks/Detailed Work Activities

• Comply with appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) standards.
• Work with hazardous materials following OSHA guidelines for proper personal protective equipment.
• Identify and fix potential safety hazards with equipment and facilities to avoid injuries.
• Complete maintenance and work orders as assigned, in a safe and timely manner, according to established practices and procedures, with minimal supervision.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule/planning and complete routine equipment maintenance as required on all equipment.
• Install and test new equipment
• Manage and maintain CNC machines as well as auxiliary equipment.
• Use schematics and test equipment to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and pneumatic integrated systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and general appearance of manufacturing facilities and surrounding areas.
• Manage maintenance supplies and tools; inventory and reorder as needed.
• Purchase parts and equipment as needed and coordinate with purchasing for large/complex purchases supplying them with all necessary technical information.
• Inspect forklifts and skyjacks as required; perform basic maintenance/repairs and contact equipment service providers for any major repairs and/or service as needed.
• Operate shop equipment such as mills, lathes, drill presses, grinders as needed.
• Use welding equipment to fabricate or repair any shop equipment or furniture as needed.
• Maintain and complete moves/adds/changes of electrical and low voltage drops as needed in both the manufacturing and office areas.
• Repair damaged electrical and low voltage wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs.
• For larger efforts or projects that will create inefficiencies or shut down of an area, coordinate/communicate with key stakeholders to schedule the time with the least impact ensuring all necessary parts, equipment, tools, and suppliers are arranged in advance prior to beginning the work.
• Coordinate with outside supplier to maintain mobile restroom trailer as needed.
• Assist in maintaining security/camera system.
• Perform routine building maintenance such as repairs to door/window, ceiling tiles and drywall as well as minor building repairs including light bulbs, switches, outlets, etc.
• In coordination with outside contractors, maintain the building HVAC equipment and change filters, in order to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly.
• Perform basic service and repair to broken or leaking plumbing fixtures to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures; open clogged lines and drains.
• Apply preventative measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems.
• Oversee building upgrades to preserve the facility.

Physical Demands

Employee must meet these physical demands to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions)

• Standing for long periods of time, walking, crouching, bending, and kneeling.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds overhead.
• Sufficient visual acuity including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to regularly talk and hear (the noise level in the shop can be loud.)
• Must be able/willing to wear ear plugs/earmuffs, and safety glasses for the entire shift.

Work Environment

• Well-ventilated, open-concept manufacturing warehouse
• Windows and skylights provide bright natural lighting throughout workday
• Organized and clean workflow promote collaboration amongst employees
• Respirators are required in limited environments to prevent inhalation of any hazardous particles
• Appropriate PPE is required as operation of some equipment may expose employees to noise levels exceeding 85 dBA, or debris from cutting and drilling
• Employees will be working in an evaporative cooled, non-air-conditioned environment.While efforts are made to create a comfortable environment with plenty of air movement, temperatures may reach over 90 degrees in summer months.

Job Specifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: 2 years work experience in manufacturing industry
• Adjustment of hours and/or weekend work may be required and/or overtime.
• Specific Skills Required:
  • Plumbing knowledge
  • Electrical wiring capabilities
  • Carpentry ability
  • Welding proficient
  • HVAC knowledge
• Machinery knowledge sufficient to diagnose issues and complete repairs
• Technology/Desktop Computer Skills
• Basic personal computer skills

Tools

• Miter, straight cut, and band saws
• End Mill
• Copy router & 3-axis router
• Hydraulic Punch
• Drill Press
• Air compressor
• Glazing pump
• Power tools (impact driver, circular saw, cordless drill, etc.)
• Hand tools (caulking gun, tape measure, utility knife, etc.)
• Cranes
• Ladder
• Welder
• Forklift/Skyjack