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Job Posting: 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

Date Posted: 03/22/2023

Location: Pella, IA

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician role in the Pella, IA.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• MAINTENANCE FUNCTIONS
• Study blueprints, technical manuals, and engineering specifications to maintain and fix equipment
• Troubleshoot issues for machinery or equipment throughout the plant
• Install new machinery
• Perform basic diagnostic tests
• Check and verify machine performance
• Dismantle machine and remove parts for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists
• Test damaged machine parts
• Replace any damaged and worn parts if necessary
• Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work
• Clean and lubricate machinery
• Keep records of repair and maintenance work
• Work with the production personnel to schedule preventative and break-down maintenance
• Perform root cause analysis for any abnormal conditions/failures, take required corrective and preventative actions to prevent recurrence of such conditions
• Welding – TIG, MIG, OXY-Acetylene
• Install and maintain electrical motors, industrial drives, PLC’s, VFD’s, and MCC’s
• Troubleshooting a 24-volt and 120-volt control systems
• Run/bend conduit and pulling wire
• Read electrical schematics for 24VDC, 120, and 480-volt voltage and control circuits
• Repair and maintain all electric and control functions within the facility
• Install and maintain various electric controls, automation, and instrumentation
• Maintenance and repair of van, container, and walking floor semi-trailer
• QUALITY
• Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, office personnel, and customers
• Assist in the implementation of new procedures as needed
• Maintain proper equipment records
• SAFETY
• Operate equipment as per the SOP, following directions as provided
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Utilize all of the PPE as required by the task being performed
• Enforce safety within the workplace by participating in safety-related improvements
• Follow safety protocols for the use of all equipment

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills (MS Excel and Word)
• Programming (a plus)
• Lifting up to 50lbs.
• Climbing ladders
• Ability to operate forklifts and man-lifts
• Ability to work at heights up to 120ft.
• Ability to use welding equipment
• Ability to kneel, bend, work with arms raised over head, work on back, and underneath equipment
• Working on 24VDC, 120V and 480V electrical systems

EXPERIENCE LEVEL

• Minimum of 1 year Industrial maintenance (required)
• Minimum of 1 year Mechanical knowledge (required)

COMPENSATION

$20.00-$28.00 per hour

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

SCHEDULE

• 10-hour shift
• 4x10

LOCATION

• One location, on-site

For consideration…

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment._ We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com_. AWF is an EEO employer.

Corporate Office

9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500

Columbia, MD 21046

800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700

Fax 410-290-6660

Other Locations

Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC

Visit us at: www.awf.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4x10
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• In-person
• Outdoor work
• Warehouse

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pella, IA 50219: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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