Harbor Freight Tools ยท 2 months ago
Maintenance Tech III - 2nd Shift
Joliet IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$36/hr - $36/hr
4+ years expHarbor Freight Tools is a national tool retailer with a strong growth trajectory. They are seeking a Maintenance Technician 3 (MT3) who will ensure high equipment availability rates through preventive and predictive maintenance processes, troubleshoot equipment breakdowns, and collaborate with other technicians to solve complex problems.
ManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Maintain and troubleshoot electrical/mechanical aspects of Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including conveyors, sortation, robotics, or Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
Control and adjust positioning accuracy and timing
Control and adjust scanners, cameras, scales and printer applicators
Control, reset, repair or replace adjustable components (belts, chains, cables) and wearing components (guides, bearings, wheels, rollers, pulleys)
Clean, lubricate, and calibrate equipment
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, and control components-- photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, Servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, tachometers and encoders
Troubleshoot PLC programs, components (CPU back plains, I/O boards, counters, modules, and devices), field buses (ASI, Profibus, DeviceNet, etc.), and communications modules (Ethernet)
Configure and adjust PLC parameters and component setup
Conduct maintenance and higher-level troubleshooting of any robot type
Troubleshoot power distribution systems, branch circuits, lighting systems, transformers, and wiring methods and materials, up to 480V
Develop work plans with peer technicians for emergency repair of critical assets
Utilize handheld devices and asset management system mobile apps to create and close Work Orders with appropriate data (labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used)
Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
Follow appropriate safety procedures and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc.), and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards
Additional duties as assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
Degree from a technical or community college, or accredited industrial maintenance certifications (PLCs, Industrial Networks, Machine Logic, Robotics), with a focus in the Mechanical/Electrical fields OR 4+ years of experience in the Mechanical or Electrical maintenance field
Excellent PC competency and ability to use mobile apps on handheld devices
Proficient with wiring diagrams, symbols and electrical measuring
Preventive/predictive maintenance procedures
Blueprint and schematic reading
Work order management
Industrial Electrical, Controls and Electronics
Programmable Logic Control (PLC) programs
National Electrical Code (NEC) and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards
Automated material handling equipment or robotic maintenance
Maintain and troubleshoot electrical/mechanical aspects of Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including conveyors, sortation, robotics, or Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
Control and adjust positioning accuracy and timing
Control and adjust scanners, cameras, scales and printer applicators
Control, reset, repair or replace adjustable components (belts, chains, cables) and wearing components (guides, bearings, wheels, rollers, pulleys)
Clean, lubricate, and calibrate equipment
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, and control components-- photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, Servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, tachometers and encoders
Troubleshoot PLC programs, components (CPU back plains, I/O boards, counters, modules, and devices), field buses (ASI, Profibus, DeviceNet, etc.), and communications modules (Ethernet)
Configure and adjust PLC parameters and component setup
Conduct maintenance and higher-level troubleshooting of any robot type
Troubleshoot power distribution systems, branch circuits, lighting systems, transformers, and wiring methods and materials, up to 480V
Develop work plans with peer technicians for emergency repair of critical assets
Utilize handheld devices and asset management system mobile apps to create and close Work Orders with appropriate data (labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used)
Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
Follow appropriate safety procedures and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc.), and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards
Navigate ladders and gangways safely and work off platforms and equipment at significant heights
Work effectively in varied conditions, temperatures, and environments
Frequently monitor all aspects of the internal and external worksite, which may include standing/walking for up to 10-12 hours
Lift and/or move product or items up to 50 pounds
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
401k plan
Paid time off up to 120 hours per year
56 hours of Floating Holidays
Paid sick time up to 64 hours per year
Two (2) Company paid holidays
Company
Harbor Freight Tools
Harbor Freight Tools is a leader in providing high-quality tools at the lowest prices in the industry.
10001+ employees
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Chief Technology Officer
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EVP & Chief Financial Officer
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