Machine Maintenance Technician
Description
Position Summary:
The Maintenance Machine Technician is responsible for high quality and effective repair of equipment, will also work independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks. Will troubleshoot issues, repair failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensure maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. Provides excellent customer service, maintains professionalism, and ensures appropriate and detail records for time, parts, supplies, purchases and repairs.
RK Company Overview
The Maintenance Machine Technician is responsible for high quality and effective repair of equipment, will also work independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks. Will troubleshoot issues, repair failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensure maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. Provides excellent customer service, maintains professionalism, and ensures appropriate and detail records for time, parts, supplies, purchases and repairs.
RK Company Overview
RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together, we deliver construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and building services with a focus on safety, quality, and craftsmanship.
People join RK for the craftsmanship, complexity, and the ability to make a real impact. Our in-house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions, creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects, mentorship from experienced builders, and opportunities that stretch your skill set.
With RK University, accredited apprenticeships, competitive benefits, and deep community investment, RK offers the stability of a family-owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Previous experience doing maintenance on industrial equipment and strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Repair and perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and CNC repairs such as
replace control devices, switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters, etc. as needed
• Perform work order repairs, inspections and adjustments in a timely fashion.
• Fabrication and modification of new and existing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair defective equipment including CNC Machinery, Presses, Plasma Cutters, etc.
• Gather and maintain a complete set of required tools, including calipers, electrical meters and other diagnostic and measurement devices.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and techniques to define problem areas and assist with resolution.
• Recommend improvements and/or changes to PM systems/tasks when applicable
• Follow standard practices and all governmental regulations and laws relating to powered equipment. Train team members on set up, lock out, and operation fabrication equipment.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and participate in safety programs to improve operational uptime and equipment life.
• Prefer background in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, CNC and overall machine troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with industrial tools and equipment
• Other duties as assigned
Primary Responsibilities:
• Previous experience doing maintenance on industrial equipment and strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Repair and perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and CNC repairs such as
replace control devices, switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters, etc. as needed
• Perform work order repairs, inspections and adjustments in a timely fashion.
• Fabrication and modification of new and existing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair defective equipment including CNC Machinery, Presses, Plasma Cutters, etc.
• Gather and maintain a complete set of required tools, including calipers, electrical meters and other diagnostic and measurement devices.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and techniques to define problem areas and assist with resolution.
• Recommend improvements and/or changes to PM systems/tasks when applicable
• Follow standard practices and all governmental regulations and laws relating to powered equipment. Train team members on set up, lock out, and operation fabrication equipment.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and participate in safety programs to improve operational uptime and equipment life.
• Prefer background in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, CNC and overall machine troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with industrial tools and equipment
• Other duties as assigned
Accountability:
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.
• RK Mechanical employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Mechanical Orientation, shop specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 30.
Minimum Physical Requirements:
• Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
• Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
• Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
• Work in all types of weather.
• Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools.
• Ability to lift, move, and/or carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb up and down and maintain balance on stairs, ladders and scaffolds while carrying tools and equipment.
• Ability to use arms and hands to reach, handle or manipulate and install heavy objects and materials.
Qualifications:
• Fully competent in all conventional aspects of subject matter or functional area.
• Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation/modification of standards.
• Devises new solutions to problems encountered.
• Independently performs most assignments with instruction
• Receives guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards.
• High School diploma, GED or vocational training/certification.
• 3 years experience on the same or similar industry.
What Sets RK Industries Apart
Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental
Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation
Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law