• Work on equipment with safety as the top priority
• Able to work various shifts and overtime as required with little notice to meet production demands
• Work efficiently and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision
• Work safely in compliance with company and OSHA safety guidelines
• Keep a clean organized work area
• Ability to service and overhaul basic and some advanced components (air/hydraulic cylinders/motors, valve assemblies, pumps, supporting sub-systems, etc.)
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks, to include but not limited to-machine lubrication, adjustments and alignments, part repairs, general safety, and operational checks, etc.
• Use standard shop equipment (bandsaw, hydraulic press, lathe, mill, etc.)
• Work in confined or tight spaces
• Use basic and advanced hand tools (gear pullers, precision levels and alignment tools, etc.)
• Use basic and advanced power tools
• Use basic and moderately advanced measuring devices
• Drive a forklift
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Other duties assigned by UPT management
• Must be a U. S. citizen
• Strong mechanical knowledge and aptitude
• Experience in facilities maintenance or a related field
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others (written or verbally)
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to lift, bend, move and use hands to work on machines and equipment
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in confined spaces
• Basic computer skills
• Prior Lockout/Tagout experience
• Formal vocational training in plant maintenance activities with emphasis on industrial applications or equivalent job experience in electricity, power distribution, industrial electrical wiring, mechanics, machine operations, general plumbing, heating ventilation and air conditioning
• Experience with pumps, welding, bearings, electrical safety, forklifts, gears, hydraulics, valves, and vacuum systems
• Experience in HVAC, compressed air, dust collection, and electrical distribution are pluses
• High School Diploma/Equivalent
• At least 1 year’ experience in facilities maintenance or a related field