Our client, a global seed technology company, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join their team in Gilroy, CA.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for equipment maintenance and repair, including preventative maintenance, electrical, mechanical, and facilities repairs, as well as maintaining a clean and organized work area. Additionally, the Maintenance Technician demonstrates the ability to meet productivity demands in a fast-paced, adaptive work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time in CMMS system
• Install, maintain, and enhance electrical systems and components, including fuses, lights, and wiring; inspect, test, and diagnose issues with systems and components
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems and components
• Execute preventive maintenance plans safely and efficiently
• Perform all work in a manner that meets and follows electrical codes, blueprints, and standards
• Complete required documentation of repairs and service information
• Calibrate equipment to provided specifications
• Support Manager with collating purchase orders and purchase requisitions as a means to order materials, parts, and supplies
• Process parts and labor requests by using eForms and other company-directed software applications
• Inspect and test equipment to locate damaged or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, by referencing schematic drawings and mechanical drawings to determine required repairs
• Disassemble defective devices and assemblies
• Rebuild defective devices and assemblies, arrange third party to do so when applicable
• Reassemble repaired devices and assemblies
• Measure velocity, amperage, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, watt/meters, and other testing devices
• Observe gauges, dials, or other indicators to verify machine and process functionality
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify issues and prevent recurrence
• Build, assemble, install and maintain parts, equipment and machinery as required

DESIRED PROFILE:

• Background knowledge in high paced production manufacturing and/or seed processing
• Experience in an industrial maintenance position
• Creative problem-solving skills
• High organizational and strong planning skills
• Ability to work independently
• Cooperative and willing to assist others
• Able to stand for long periods of time in hot, cold, dusty and noisy conditions
• Able to lift 50 lbs. of miscellaneous items
• Able to stand and walk all day
• Able to be trained and fitted with appropriate equipment to work with equipment and chemicals (respiratory mask may require removal of facial hair)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

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