Maintenance Technician

Gates Corporation
vision insurance, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Missouri, Columbia
Dec 22, 2024
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? WHAT TO EXPECT As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Columbia, MO plant, you will be a maintenance technician. As a maintenance technician, you will: Manage the installation and maintenance of our industrial equipment Be responsible for regular preventative maintenance on current machines Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns Be responsible for installation of new equipment Key responsibilities: Read and interpret blueprints Conduct routine preventative maintenance and safety checks Troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns Servicing and maintaining equipment including motors, conveyors systems, and other production related equipment. Fabricating parts for repair and machine upgrades Installing new equipment Communicating with production team and maintain a clean work area Preparing and submitting maintenance reports Other duties as assigned ABOUT YOU Two-year technical degree (mechatronics curriculum preferred) or equivalent experience required Experience troubleshooting and repair or installation of industrial electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems required Ability to use programmable logic controller systems (primarily Allen Bradley) such as RSLogix. Ability to read electrical and mechanical blueprints Experience with electrical and hydraulic test equipment Experience with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel Ability to work overtime Be self-directed as well as have the ability to work in a team atmosphere Must have regular, reliable, punctual and consistent attendance. The employee must be able to work regular and/or flexible hours or shifts, overtime before & after regular hours & shifts, as well as on weekends. Comply with all safety and environmental policies and procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. PAY & BENEFITS Full-Time Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement WHY GATES? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. While we expect the best, we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to your ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more. WORK ENVIRONMENT At Gates, we believe that we are better together. Proximity has been important to our success over the years as there are critical items that are simply better when done together. One of those critical items is efficient collaboration. We cannot underestimate the power of informal conversations and connecting face-to-face with our coworkers. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?