Maintenance Tech - 1st Shift Watertown, MI

AXIS ENGINEERING
- Maintenance Technician Responsibilities

• Support the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in the performance of daily activities.
• Ability to read and lay out machine footprints from a CAD drawing to accurately install equipment.
• Ability to perform advanced mechanical installations and repairs during machine build.
• Advanced knowledge in pneumatics with the ability to plumb machines to the designed controls print.
• Basic electrical knowledge of high and low voltage systems.
• Able to operate standard welding units: MIG, TIG, and oxy/acetylene torch.
• Installs fencing and other guarding to the designed specifications and company safety standards.
• Ability to run custom pipes on machines, and measures, cuts, threads, and installs new pipe, including black pipe and copper lines.
• Starts machines and equipment to test operation following machine build.
• Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, earplugs, etc.).
• Basic ability to modify the computer-controlled motion of the robot.
• Assists the Engineer in modifying sketches or computer-generated designs of machine components, such as pneumatic systems and machine floor layouts.

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Journeyman Certificate preferred.
• Ability to read and lay out machine footprints from a CAD drawing to accurately install equipment.
• Ability to perform advanced mechanical installations and repairs during machine build.
• Advanced knowledge in pneumatics with the ability to plumb machines to the designed controls print.
• Able to operate standard welding units: MIG, TIG, and oxy/acetylene torch.
• Ability to run custom pipes on machines, and measures, cuts, threads, and installs new pipe, including black pipe and copper lines.

Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, up to 15 paid holidays annually, and a tool allowance for Skilled Trades Associates.

Relocation Assistance:
The company offers comprehensive relocation assistance, including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for Skilled Trades and Salaried positions.

Work-Life Balance:
Many Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well‑being.

Growth Opportunities:
Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on‑the‑job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

Learning and Development:
We empower all Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.