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Gates Corporation · 1 month ago

Senior Maintenance Tech

Galesburg, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Gates Corporation is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. They are seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician responsible for multi-craft maintenance activities to ensure production and facility equipment operate efficiently.

Industrial Automation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance on equipment, including repairs, inspections, calibrations and scheduled overhauls or improvements

Use analytical troubleshooting skills to identify equipment problems, determine root causes and implement solutions to prevent recurrence

Perform both mechanical and electrical equipment repairs

Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to control systems and instrumentation

Collaborate with supervisors, operators, engineers and other technicians to identify and implement improvements in equipment and production efficiency

Participate in cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement, quality enhancements and equipment installation or modification projects

Provide coaching and on-the-job training to other technicians and operators as needed

Perform and document work in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including entries for work orders, PMs, and permits within the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)

Utilize computer systems such as email, CMMS and SOP databases

Log into CMMS at the beginning of each shift to receive daily work assignments or direction from supervisor/management

Complete Assigned tasks, including booking labor and parts, creating and closing work orders for reactive calls and updating completion codes in the CMMS

Communicate issues and concerns effectively with peers and management, both verbally and through documentation in the CMMS

Execute all work in accordance with site policies, procedures and SOPs

Qualification

Mechanical maintenanceElectrical maintenanceInstrumentationControlsPC/PLC control systemsHVAC systemsBoilersAir compressorsElectrical distribution systemsMechanical fabricationMachine shop workMaterial handling equipment

Required

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of a state-accredited Journeyman or technical school program, OR equivalent formal education and field experience demonstrating proficiency in mechanical maintenance of production equipment

Proficiency in electrical maintenance

Proficiency in instrumentation and controls

Proficiency in mechanical fabrication/machine shop work