
Qualifications, Education, and Experience
Education, Experience, and Competencies:
High school diploma or GED required.
Must meet the ITAR definition of §120.15 U.S. person.
Completion of a maintenance certificate program from either a two-year college or technical school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment is required.
Knowledge of CNC machines, distributed control systems, and logic controllers is required.
Understanding of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems.
Ability to work with low-voltage systems.
Experience with E & I (Electrical & Instrumentation) work preferred.
Troubleshooting / critical thinking skills.
Key Competencies:
Must effectively communicate information to others, both verbally and in writing, in English.
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required.
Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters
Safety-Conscious Always.
Reliable attendance within acceptable standards of the attendance policy.
Physical Requirements
Lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to thirty-five pounds (35lbs) regularly.
Standing or walking at least 95% of the scheduled shift.
Routinely perform reaching overhead / at or below shoulder level, twisting, bending, crouching, kneeling, and grasping to move and set tools, equipment, and materials.
Ability to perform fine and gross manipulation.
Ability to operate foot or leg controls.
Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, or scaffolding.
Near, Far, or Peripheral Visual Acuity, naturally or with corrective lenses.
Ability to speak to express or exchange ideas, or discuss work instructions.
Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds, e.g., machinery alarms, equipment troubleshooting, management instruction, operator feedback on issues needing maintenance or repair.
Perform under AS9100 standards.
Essential Duties:
The hourly wage ranges from $25 to $35/hr, depending on experience.
Essential Duties and Tasks:
Perform general electrical and mechanical maintenance of machinery and equipment.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair hydraulic and pneumatic production equipment.
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues using appropriate testing devices
Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems.
Ability to weld as needed (ARC, MIG, or TIG)
Electrical wiring capabilities to manage problems with the building’s electricity. Working on damaged electrical wiring or installing new
Perform mechanical skills, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair of machinery.
Working from schematics, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to locate and diagnose problems.
Operate various platform lifts, including but not limited to forklifts, aerial lifts, and scissor lifts.
Operate the overhead crane when necessary.
Use a variety of hand/power tools and material handling equipment in performing duties
Fix potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
Follow the lockout tagout protocol as required.
Assists other maintenance staff with necessary maintenance and repairs as required. Responds to daily facilities work orders and works on special projects
Diligence to ensure that all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner, and any potential hazards or warning signs of problems are not overlooked.
Effective communication and people skills.
Performing cleaning activities as needed.
Follows all safety-related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions, and guidelines.
Operate with situational awareness, identify unsafe behaviors and conditions, and communicate concerns to management.
Maintains a safe and clean work environment by performing daily housekeeping duties and keeping the work area free from hazards.
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment
Ability to operate autonomously and self-direct
Good and reliable attendance, as well as a team-player attitude, are necessary.
Follow all Hi-Tek policies and procedures, including the use of proper PPE.

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drug and background screening and random drug screening

Hi-Tek offers competitive wages and a full benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 9 paid holidays per year, paid vacation time, 401K plan with company match, HSA & Flex Spending programs, supplemental health plans, and more! Hi-Tek offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and we believe in quality and safety above all else.
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