Maintenance Technician Job Lexington area,Kentucky USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Maintenance Technician

Primary Role

Kentucky American Water is seeking a highly motivated, skilled maintenance professional to join our team in Lexington, KY. As the Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance on the equipment and components within the water treatment facilities. Our ideal candidate will have experience working on hydraulic equipment, as well as pumps, motors, and meters. Experience with electrical devices and equipment is highly preferred.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of the facility and support equipment. This role also provides assistance with inventory control which may include shipping and/or receiving goods and equipment.

Key Accountabilities

To perform work assigned by supervision
To collect, compile and record equipment data, involving some use of pc or mobile device based documentation and test equipment
To perform work necessary in the maintenance of production facilities and equipment. The individual must have a working knowledge of electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment to include, but not limited to, multi-meters, ammeters, and calibrators. The individual will also perform work on low and medium voltage equipment, pumps, electric motors, variable frequency drives, motor control centers, SCADA systems, recorders, mechanical /electrical /hydraulic /electronic valves and operators, electronic monitoring and output devices, ultrasonic and radar level reading devices, air compressors, blowers, communication equipment, diesel generators and engines, and various types of plumbing
To read and interpret electrical/electronic and mechanical drawings, prints, schematics, layouts, etc. They will be familiar with and proficient in the use of electrical/electronic test equipment
Responsible for routine checks of equipment, facilities, and security measures as deemed appropriate by the organization / supervisor
To assist other employees in the performance of their work
To report to supervisor requirements for adequate inventory of maintenance parts and supplies
To maintain open communication with all team members
To be on rotating call with other personnel and work overtime as required
To inform other work areas and other personnel of situations which affect company operations
To follow all federal, state, local and company regulations and policies

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of basic math calculations such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, & volume. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, such as MS Word, MS Excel and be able to utilize mobile devices proficiently (tablets, smart phones, etc)

Experience/Education

High school graduate or state recognized educational equivalency. A degree or certificate from a two-year course of study in electricity/electronics (or related field) and or Masters Electricians license; or at least six (6) years experience in maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, testing and calibrating electrical and electronic equipment. Applicant must score at or above the national average on provided assessment testing (NOCTI). Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles.

Electrical maintenance experience is preferred

Work Schedule

Full-time, On-site Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4pm. On call responsibility

Travel Requirements

Local travel required

Work Environment

Must be able to satisfactorily pass company's physical examination. Must be able to perform such activities as walking, stooping, lifting 75 pounds, climbing, working in damp spaces, working in closed spaces, working outdoors in all weather conditions, working on and around water treatment chemicals and feed systems with appropriate safety devices and measures. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.

Must be able to distinguish colors. Must be able to obtain Hepatitis vaccine upon employment. Must be able to follow company dress and conduct codes. Must be able to use when needed self-contained breathing apparatus dust masks, chemical hygiene suits, and other safety related equipment

Competencies

Champions safety, Customer obsessed, Cultivates innovation, Drives results, Collaborates, Nimble learning