Maintenance Technician

Job Description

We have an immediate opportunity for a ​Maintenance Technician ​to join us at our diverse team in Louisville, KY. The candidate in this role will help maintain/ troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment throughout operation.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following. 

• Troubleshoots and maintains the mechanical equipment in the plant, including, but not limited to; routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, equipment rebuilds, pneumatic, hydraulic, and pumping systems, CNC machines, hydraulic power units, hydraulic metal forming presses.
• Dismantles machinery to repair or replace defective parts.
• Uses hand tools, pneumatic tools, lifting equipment such as forklift, crane, metal working tools and machinery such as grinders, lathe, mill.
• Provide line support for the assembly cell.  Assist in the daily activities of implementing process changes and problem solving on the shop floor.
• Repair of machines used in production including replacing hydraulic hoses, identifying leaks, replacing lube blocks, valves, belts, cylinders, seals. 
• Electrical repair includes replacing switches, solenoids, cooling fans, fuses, NEMA motors, heating elements, relays and contactors.

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. 

• High School Diploma or GED  
• 1-year experience in industrial maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Computer skills, (Microsoft Office, PLC, test stand)
• Ability to read and understand hydraulic & electrical schematics.
• Outstanding safety record and approach to behavioral based safety using proper PPE are requirements.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.  Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.