Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- 10 CFR
Required qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and five years of experience and/or training in industrial equipment maintenance, machine tool repair, manufacturing equipment maintenance, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience operating and/or programming manual, semi-automated, or automated tools and machines (lathes, mills, grinders etc.)
- Experience with CNC controls and PLC troubleshooting and repairs
- Demonstrated proficiency in industrial mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical aptitude and repair
- Experience in production/manufacturing environment desirable
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to read parts manuals, electrical and mechanical schematics, assembly instructions and troubleshooting guides
- Expert in rigging and critical lifts
About this role
The Manufacturing Equipment Technician's primary responsibility is troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment and ensuring Preventative Maintenance (PM) is completed. The technician also maintains related maintenance documentation and supports equipment commissioning and coordination with internal teams and external service providers.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the receipt of newly procured equipment and machining centers.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of various types of machine tools, including CNC and conventional machines, part washers, air benches, welders, recyclers and other production equipment.
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and follow company protocols for lockout/tagout (LOTO) and hazardous materials handling.
- Maintain and update maintenance logs and documentation for all active manufacturing machinery, including troubleshooting findings, completed PM actions, any failures, or repairs that occur.
- Perform critical lifts and rigging operations in accordance with applicable safety requirements and procedures.
- Support spare parts inventory management by identifying critical spares and ensuring adequate stock levels.
- Use machine tool manuals, technical documents, and internal and vendor resources to research machine issues.
- Identify and replace parts as necessary.
- Perform testing and commissioning as needed.
- Coordinate with external suppliers and maintenance companies to ensure timely and accurate completion of work.
Pay, eligibility, and equal opportunity
Kairos Power is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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