Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues with process equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance work orders.
• Disassemble, install new equipment, sensors, machines, etc.
• Perform tasks such as parts replacements, cleaning, etc.
• Inspect equipment and systems for stability and quality.

High school diploma or equivalent. 2+ years of previous maintenance experience. Experience in explosive manufacture preferred.

• Possess an understanding of electrical systems and ability to read and understand wiring diagrams.
• Possess an understanding of mechanical systems and ability to read and understand detail and process & instrumentation drawings.
• Possess an understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Effective problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of general maintenance procedures and techniques.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform other labor-intensive tasks.

This position requires no travel. Time will be spent in all areas of the plant, both indoors and outdoors, in all-weather elements.

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation.

Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.