Maintenance Technician

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Sierra Pacific Industries is a leading integrated forest products company, specializing in sustainable timber harvesting, lumber production, and millwork manufacturing.

Job Profile

The company is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join its team.

Education Level

• High School Diploma (credible)

Work Experience

• 2 years of recent verifiable related work history or equivalent education
• Experience using motor control circuits, 480-volt 3-phase AC/DC motors, starters, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Proven experience using forklifts, man lifts, and most rigging equipment

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and proactively maintain mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment for efficient operation
• Assist with Motion Control, PLC, MMI, and HMI programming, troubleshooting, and repair
• Dismantle machinery and equipment, locate the cause of malfunctioning or mechanical breakdown, replace parts from stock, or fabricate replacement parts as needed
• Effectively conduct and assess diagnostic tests to ensure optimum system functionality
• Fabricate machine components for repairs and improvements of mechanical devices
• Fabricate, weld, mill, and lathe as needed
• Install electrical components such as conduit, wiring, motor controls, starters, VFD, and soft starts
• Operate arc welder, cutting torch, hand tools, and forklift
• Perform general maintenance safely and efficiently, and maintain a clean work area
• Rig, lift, and move heavy equipment
• Run, maintain, and repair all mechanical parts and machinery in a manufacturing facility
• Troubleshoot, install, replace, and repair machines and equipment, including mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Work may consist of various shifts and overtime, including weekends and holidays, during busy production times

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to recognize, report, and repair mechanical defects
• Industrial mill maintenance experience is a plus
• Proficient in welding, cutting, and using hand tools for repairs
• Working knowledge of pneumatics, pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, and bearings

Work Environment

• Exposure to noise and machinery
• Indoors and outdoors work
• May work in tight spaces
• On-call or shift hours possible
• Requires physical activity

Benefits/Perks

• The benefits package includes a full Health Benefits Plan (medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company-paid Life Insurance.

Employer’s Statement

Sierra Pacific Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.