PLC Maintenance Technician

Adecco has a new client in Portland, ME who is seeking a new Maintenance Technician / Specialist for their team.

Role : Maintenance Tech / Specialist

Location : Portland, ME

Salary : $25-30 per hour

Interviews : 1 phone, 1 on-site

Start date : October or November, 2024

We have two positions, one for first shift 5 : 45am - 2 : 15pm, the second is 11 : 00am - 7 : 30pm, with some flexibility

Position Summary :

Install, troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and / or electrical equipment; troubleshoot, repair, and program PLC’s on existing equipment;

Work with Engineering, Management, and Production to eliminate waste and maximize O.E.E.

Essential Functions :

• Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installation of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment and facilities systems throughout the plant
• Electrical
• Perform electrical / mechanical maintenance, repairs and installation for equipment and facilities
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical / electronic and programmable equipment
• Understand equipment schematics (English and foreign)
• Ability to use electrical, electronic and programmable controller testing and diagnosing equipment
• Ability to do some basic circuit design as part of repair and installation procedures
• Install electrical utilities, meeting all state, local and federal codes
• General working knowledge of lockout / tagout procedures and appropriate OSHA standards
• Support and work with production departments and engineering personnel to continually improve Division TPM program
• Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unsafe & unusual conditions to supervisor with improvement suggestions
• Maintain necessary records
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain quality standards
• Train and mentor less experienced co workers
• Work with Engineering to rebuild, design, and upgrade new existing equipment
• Adhere to strict safety and cleanliness standards.
• Perform periodical lubrication maintenance schedule for assigned machines
• Inspect and clean tanks and lines in plant machines
• Change oil and filters on machines as scheduled

Qualifications :

• A.S. in the electrical or mechanical trades or equivalent experience
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability to use electrical, electronic and PLC testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical / electronic circuit design.
• Knowledge of state, local, and federal codes.
• Working knowledge of lockout-tagout, confined space, and appropriate OSHA standards.

Job related demands (i.e. physical, travel) :

• Flexibility to alter work schedule for timely completion of projects
• Prioritization of multiple projects to meet operational goals
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues with tact and diplomacy
• Maintenance of professional knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and / or participating in professional associations
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 lbs. without assistance and occasionally up to 50 lbs following company safe lifting protocol
• Frequently required to stand for prolonged periods (3+ hours); walk; use hands to grasp handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms;

climb or balance; bend; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit

• Ability to work in an environment with powdered metal, dust, noise, oils and chemicals
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