Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

National Pipe & Plastics, one of the largest PVC pipe producers in North America, is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician. The ideal candidate for this role will perform a wide range of duties in an industrial manufacturing environment. This maintenance mechanic will be responsible for ensuring all equipment is operating safely and efficiently by completing preventative maintenance requirements, following diagrams, reading operations manuals and troubleshooting malfunctions.

There is a $1500 sign-on bonus for this position with the first $750 paid after the first 3 months of continuous employment and another $750 paid after 6 months of continuous employment.

• Assist in installation, set up, and maintenance of equipment
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, process sheets, and assembly schematic drawings
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools to repair, grease, weld, cut, change parts and complete tasks
• Maintain the cleanliness, functionality, and safety of equipment and work areas by complying with company procedures, rules, and regulations
• Other responsibilities may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• At least one year of industrial maintenance experience preferred
• Ability to read/write simple instructions and communicate effectively with team members
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and ability to diagnose and fix problems
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, air and fluid valves, solenoids, motors, starters, breakers, pumps, material flow, limit switches, welding, and torches is a plus
• Knowledge of plastics extrusion processing is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. periodically throughout the day

The hourly pay rate is $25 - $38/hr bonus opportunity, 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program, short-term and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays.

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization. If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!