Maintenance technician

Salary: Up to $36/hr.

Shift: 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Midnight).

Location: St. Charles, MO.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial production equipment and mechanical systems Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime Troubleshoot and repair pumps, motors, drives, ovens, furnaces, bearings, gearboxes, piping systems, and other rotating equipment Remove and install mechanical seals, bearings, couplings, and other mechanical components Perform precision alignment of pumps and rotating equipment using dial indicators and other precision measurement tools Troubleshoot and repair industrial textile and knitting equipment used in the carbon fiber manufacturing process Perform mechanical assembly and disassembly of production equipment Fabricate, modify, and repair equipment and components as needed Perform pipe fitting and welding-related repairs when qualified Assist with equipment installation, startup, and facility improvement projects Learn and troubleshoot single- and three-phase electrical systems Troubleshoot 480V VFD controllers, overloads, contactors, circuit breakers, limit switches, conveyors, and related electrical components Conduct equipment inspections and identify opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and confined space entry requirements Safely work at heights, in confined spaces, and around energized and rotating equipment as trained and authorized Document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS system Maintain a clean and organized work area while supporting 5S and continuous improvement initiatives Communicate effectively with production, maintenance, and leadership teams Support other maintenance and facility-related duties as assigned

Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED required Related technical certification preferred Associate's degree or vocational training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance, or a related field preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Minimum 3 years of plant maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment Strong mechanical aptitude and industrial maintenance experience Skilled in mechanical troubleshooting, repair, assembly, and disassembly Experience working with pumps, motors, drives, gearboxes, bearings, mechanical seals, and rotating equipment Ability to perform precision alignment using dial indicators and other measurement tools Basic electrical knowledge with the ability and willingness to learn industrial electrical systems Experience troubleshooting 480V VFDs, contactors, overloads, circuit breakers, limit switches, and conveyors is a strong plus Electrical and controls experience Structure welding/SMAW (stick) welding training and experience is a plus Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, equipment manuals, and schematics Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical maintenance equipment Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Internet applicationsCMMS experience preferred Forklift experience is a plus Ability to work safely at heights and in confined spaces Ability to wear a full-face respirator when required Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Excellent communication and teamwork skills Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement Ability to work around carbon fiber materials, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and varying temperatures Ability to work around moving machinery and industrial equipment while following all required PPE and safety procedures