About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician with a strong multi-craft skillset to join our team at our aluminum manufacturing facility in Niles, Michigan. This is a 3rd shift position focused on maintaining uptime and addressing reactive maintenance needs. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with both mechanical and electrical systems and is capable of working in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities - First Day Expectations:
- Mechanical work: Replace gearboxes, cylinders, chains, pulleys, and bearings
- Electrical work: Replace relays, rewire 480V systems, and read 3-phase schematics
- Troubleshoot and trace electrical issues using schematics and prints
- Assist lead electrician and perform reactive maintenance on equipment
- Conduct preventive maintenance (PM) when production lines are down
Work Schedule & Expectations:
- Production runs the entire 3rd shift - PMs are performed only when a line is down
- Reactive maintenance is the primary focus of this role
- Training will be provided under the lead electrician
- Some PM responsibilities, with a heavier emphasis on addressing breakdowns
Work Environment:
- Aluminum manufacturing facility
- Fast-paced, hands-on environment requiring attention to detail and quick problem-solving
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a multi-craft maintenance role (mechanical and electrical)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
- Comfortable working with high voltage (480V) systems
- Strong troubleshooting skills and adaptability
- Willingness to work 3rd shift and respond to reactive maintenance needs