Maintenance Technician I - 1St Shift

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Job Summary

Responsible for performing and managing installations, repairs, and maintenance of facility, equipment, and grounds according to Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring accuracy and quality throughout the processes with a strong emphasis in Electrical Maintenance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Includes the following and other duties may be assigned. Responsible for performing and managing installations, repairs, and maintenance of the facility, equipment, and grounds.

• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures.

• Replaces faulty electrical components of machines, such as relays, switches and motors and positions sensing devices.

• Scope of work to include basic wiring / cabling, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, painting, assembly, and general repairs.

• Installs and repairs electrical and electronics components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronics test equipment.

• Troubleshoots, repairs, renovates, installs, operates, and maintains facilities, fixtures, equipment, and grounds

• Repairs mechanical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety standards

• Assists with preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on HVAC system

• Completes maintenance work orders as assigned and in a timely manner

• Identifies and performs services and repairs on plumbing fixtures

• Identifies and assists with carpentry and repair work

• Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools, including saws, router, drills, sanders, planers, drill presses, and various hand tools

• Maintains inventory of tools, supplies, and equipment

• Recommends tools, supplies, and equipment for purchase

• Wears proper protective equipment while performing job duties

• Performs assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision

• Coordinates activities of outside contractors as needed

Manages preventative maintenance program, and performs scheduled preventative maintenance

• Installs and removes heavy equipment

• Uses diagnostic tools to inspect and test all machinery and equipment

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or manager

• Complies with and promotes all corporate handbook policies

• Complies with, promotes, and strives to achieve all corporate and departmental goals

• Complies with, promotes, and strives to achieve all productivity, quality, and behavior expectations

Education and Experience

High school education with a minimum of 5 years work experience in maintenance trade or vocational school.

• Knowledge of electrical, HVAC, refrigeration equipment, and plumbing systems preferred.
• A minimum tenure of 2 years in the Maintenance Technician I position is required to be met before consideration for promotion to the next position level: Maintenance Technician II.

WHO IS NEOGEN:

From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our animal safety solutions are used on farms, veterinary practices and manufacturers around the world to provide the best animal care possible. Whether food or pharmaceuticals, Neogen's provides a one-stop shop for the health and safety to our animals and our customers operations.

Neogen's culture combines stability with a deep belief in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust - the principles that guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It's our belief in these characteristics that provides a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.