Preventive Maintenance Technician

## Preventive Maintenance Technician Apply locations:
South Hill, VAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R12364##

Job Requirements ##

Essential Duties and Responsibilities ### Preventive Maintenance
* Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production equipment, facility systems, and support machinery.
* Conduct routine inspections of kiln ovens, batch ovens, conveyor systems, vacuum tanks, pumps, compressors, and material handling equipment.
* Lubricate, adjust, clean, inspect, and replace wear components as required.
* Monitor equipment condition and identify potential failures before they impact production.
* Complete maintenance checklists and document findings accurately.
* Assist with predictive maintenance activities, including vibration monitoring, temperature checks, and visual inspections.### Equipment Reliability
* Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability.
* Work closely with Maintenance Technicians and Production personnel to reduce unplanned downtime.
* Support root cause analysis efforts following equipment failures.
* Assist in developing and improving preventive maintenance procedures and schedules.
* Participate in continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives.### Spare Parts & Inventory Management
* Establish, organize, and maintain critical spare parts inventory for production equipment.
* Monitor inventory levels and recommend replenishment of critical components.
* Track usage of maintenance supplies and replacement parts.
* Assist with identifying and sourcing spare parts for equipment repairs and preventive maintenance programs.
* Maintain accurate inventory records within the maintenance management system.### Documentation & Recordkeeping
* Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection reports, and preventive maintenance records.
* Update equipment history and maintenance documentation.
* Ensure work orders are completed and documented properly.
* Support audits and compliance requirements through accurate recordkeeping.### General Maintenance Support
* Assist maintenance team members with equipment repairs and shutdown activities as needed.
* Perform basic mechanical repairs and component replacements.
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance work area.
* Support facility maintenance projects as assigned.##

Required Qualifications
* High school diploma or GED required.
* Minimum 2-4 years of experience in industrial maintenance, preventive maintenance, or manufacturing operations.
* Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
* Experience working with conveyors, pumps, motors, bearings, gearboxes, or other industrial equipment.
* Basic understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum systems.
* Ability to read equipment manuals, maintenance procedures, and technical documentation.
* Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
* Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.##

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in fiberglass, ceramics, composites, or manufacturing environments.
* Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
* Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance best practices.
* Familiarity with spare parts inventory management.
* Basic welding and fabrication experience.
* Forklift certification or industrial equipment operating experience.## Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to equipment reliability.
* Ability to identify developing mechanical issues before failures occur.
* Effective planning and organizational skills.
* Working knowledge of preventive maintenance principles.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.##

Physical Requirements
* Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and work around industrial equipment for extended periods.
* Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
* Ability to work in environments with elevated temperatures, dust, and noise.
* Ability to access equipment in elevated, confined, or restricted areas as required.
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