Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift at Terrasmart Inc in Walker, Michigan

Job Description:

Terrasmart is the leading turn-key solution provider for solar mounting systems. We design, engineer, manufacture, and install solar mounting systems for commercial and utility scale projects. As a specialist in ground mount, roof mount, and custom designed specialty solar structures, we focus on providing best-in-class solar racking systems and project management capabilities to serve owners and integrators.

Terrasmart is an exciting and dynamic place to work, with a wide range of career opportunities. If you are looking to have a meaningful career with purpose, it's time to consider joining the Terrasmart team as a Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift!

Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, fans, saws, molders, spoolers, strippers, cut strip machines etc. Examines mechanical equipment to diagnose trouble. Disassembles machines and repairs or replaces broken parts. Adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices, as necessary. Cleans and lubricates parts. Inspects completed repairs. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Requisitions new parts and equipment.

Schedule

1st Shift, Monday through Thursday, 5:00 am to 3:30 pm

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Duties)

• Manages Preventative Maintenance program which includes documentation for our quality assurance program.
• Communicates and cooperates with all Techs on the floor concerning equipment not operating correctly.
• Trains operators on daily maintenances.
• Manages Tool Calibration program which includes documentation for our quality assurance program.
• Observe all safety requirements including but not limited to Lock-Out/Tag-Out.
• Goal is to make repairs to original equipment specifications - consult with manufacture if fix is unknown.
• Repair building equipment such as fans, overhead doors, docks/locks etc. also required maintenance.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, hand tools and power tools.
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices, using hand tools.
• Starts devices to test their performance - update operators to changes in equipment.
• Initiate purchase order for parts and machines.
• Able to adapt quickly to fix most important issue to keep a department running and then getting back to long range fixes.
• Resolves routine questions and problems and refers more complex issues to higher levels.
• Works under minimal direct supervision but accountable for daily communication on issues to Engineering Tech, Leads and/or Plant Manager.
• Other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary responsibility satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Additionally, the physical demands and the work environment typically encountered are listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

**Sponsorship not available for this opportunity**

Education / Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent
3 Years Experience in Machine Maintenance
2 Years Production/Manufacturing Environment

Technical Skills

MS Office; Applies basic repair skills and may develop advanced skills using tools, equipment and learning appropriate for the position or specialization.

Physical Requirements

• Able to operate equipment, including forklifts, safely and able to understand and follow safety protocols.
• Able to stand for up to 10 hours per day and to walk for extended periods of time.
• Able to work in a non-climate-controlled facility with fluctuations in temperature.

Why Terrasmart?

• Outstanding Employee Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, 401(k) with company match
• Meaningful Work in the Renewable Energy Industry
• Team-oriented culture
• Opportunities for career development and advancement
• Work/Life Balance

Please visit our website to learn more about our organization: https://www.terrasmart.com/

Integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our focus is on hiring and developing the best talent available and creating a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace for everyone. We are a team-based organization. We listen carefully to our people and to our clients so we can build an organization that meets their needs and exceeds their expectations. We are committed to our customers and our employees and helping them grow to their fullest potential. Surpassing our competition has made us the industry leader; a position we will strive to enhance.

EEO and ADA

Terrasmart is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Terrasmart will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.

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