Maintenance Technician - 3rd shift

Job Description

 

Danfoss is seeking a Maintenance Technician at our Utica, NY facility. The Maintenance Technician provides support to Production Operations in repairing and maintaining production equipment throughout the Plant. The hours for the position are Monday to Friday 11:00 pm to 7:30 am.

 

Employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment which include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, annual bonus program, paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, a great working environment including 100% climate-controlled facility and much more! Danfoss offers 3 weeks paid PTO accrued over each bi-weekly paycheck plus 13 paid holidays. We pride ourselves on growing our human potential and encourage career growth within our facilities.

Job Responsibilities

 

• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems to the faulty component under the instruction of the Production Maintenance Engineer. 
• Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using multi-meter and other test equipment under the instruction of the Production Maintenance Engineer. 
• Analyze machine error messages and information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems. 
• Troubleshoot and repair the mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and control system components of production equipment, including but not limited to: PLCs, DC drivers, AC invertors, and VFD’s. 
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools 
• Repair and maintain Quality Control Systems such as Visual recognition, QR scanners, Ultrasonic, and X-ray inspection systems under the instruction of the Production Maintenance Engineer. 
• Performs basic maintenance duties and repairs as assigned 
• Complete all required reporting and documentation 
• Able to perform shift work on a 8.5-hour shift schedule, including working in a cleanroom environment per semi-conductor industry and Danfoss Silicon Power protocol/requirements 

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills: 

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred 
• 2 years hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical or electronic systems a plus 
• Ability to read and interpret electronic/ hydraulic drawings, schematics, and engineering blueprints to determine problem root causes and implement corrective actions a plus but not required. 
• Ability to read precision measuring instruments such as Micrometers, Calipers, Indicators, Levels, and Lasers a plus. 
• Physically capable of prolonged standing and working in awkward positions while performing maintenance   
• Available to work overtime including weekends and evenings. 
• Effective problem-solving abilities 
• Must be well-organized and have the ability to prioritize tasks 
• Prior clean room experience a plus 

Preferred qualifications

• Strong technical skills and knowledge of advanced processing and process equipment specifically around troubleshooting electrical components.  
• Able to operate computer and system interface programs to ensure appropriate computing and analysis of production information 
• Able to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation; demonstrate solid work performance in an environment requiring a high level of attention to detail and timeliness 
• Strong team member, able t