Maintenance Technician - Weekend (Fri-Sun)

About the role

Oerlikon is looking for a Maintenance Technician for its Westbury, NY facility, working weekends from Friday 12:00 pm to Sunday 12:00 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 carry out emergency and scheduled repairs
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair
• Inspect filters and change them on dust collectors, and inspect production equipment daily
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders, diagnose problems, replace or repair parts and test and adjust
• Keep detailed records in the company CMMS and manage parts inventory and restocking
• Carry out preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities
• Use hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment, and report faults and defects to supervision
• Follow all SOPs and plant and safety rules

Required profile

• High school diploma; BOCES or technical school a plus
• 3+ years of maintenance experience
• Familiarity with automated equipment, electrical controls and mechanical systems
• General knowledge of basic mechanical, plumbing and electrical work
• 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
• Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair
• PLC understanding and reading of mechanical and electrical drawings
• MIG, TIG and arc welding a plus

What we offer

• Pay of $30 to $40 per hour, with a discretionary incentive program possible
• Medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement, paid time off, 10 company holidays and 2 floaters
• All benefits effective on the first day of employment