Maintenance Technician (3rd Shift, 10:00 pm to 6:30 am)

About the role

Oerlikon is looking for a Maintenance Technician for its Westbury, NY facility, working the 3rd shift from 10:00 pm to 6:30 am. The role covers installing and maintaining production and processing equipment, troubleshooting, repairing and upgrading it, and performing scheduled maintenance during machine service.

Key responsibilities

• Install and maintain production and processing equipment, and provide emergency repairs during production and scheduled maintenance during machine service.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair.
• Inspect filters and change them on dust collectors, and carry out daily inspections of production and process equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders, diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and adjust.
• Keep detailed records in the company CMMS and manage parts inventory, ordering and restocking.
• Carry out regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
• Use hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment, detect faulty operations and defective material, and follow SOPs and plant safety rules.

Required profile

• High school diploma; BOCES or technical school a plus.
• 3+ years of maintenance experience.
• Familiarity with maintenance and repair of automated equipment, electrical controls and mechanical systems.
• Ability to understand PLC controls and calibrated systems, and to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Positive attitude and good communication skills.

Required skills

• Experience with computerized maintenance management software.
• General knowledge of basic mechanical, plumbing and electrical work.
• MIG, TIG and arc welding is a plus; PLC and welding experience is a plus.

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company-sponsored HSA contributions and no waiting period.
• Dental and vision coverage, plus employee assistance, financial and wellness programs.
• 401(k) with significant company match, and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off, 10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters, and 100% company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Employee referral bonus program.