Preventative Maintenance Technician

Job description

Join a USA Today Top Workplace! Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufacturers of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity. Morris South is a division of Morris Group, Inc. We supply CNC machine tools, tooling, accessories, software, automation, and more to manufacturers of precision machined parts. Our customer base is located in the southeast U.S. We serve manufacturers in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and the Florida panhandle. Our mission is to help manufacturers from all industry sectors achieve and maintain a competitive advantage by improving productivity. We help you make better parts, less expensively. Summary of Responsibility: The Preventative Maintenance Technician will have a basic understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to optimally provide scheduled maintenance of CNC production equipment through the use of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment. Duties include but are not limited to. What You Will Contribute: Daily travel from home to Customer facilities with occasional overnight hotel stays required when servicing remote Customer locations within the designated coverage territory or when participating in remote training programs. Using machine tool manuals, technical documents, internal and vendor resources to research machine parts and service. Staying in sync with safety laws and maintaining a clean, orderly work area. Promoting and performing preventative maintenance on customer machine tool equipment and conducting maintenance training to customer employees. Possessing and maintaining an in-depth knowledge of machine tool industry and product lines represented by the company. Mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting, and repair of CNC machines. Other Functions: Perform related duties as required The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifications & Competencies: High School Diploma or equivalent Current Valid Class D License in good standing 3 -5 years of validated experience within the manufacturing industry. Maintenance & repair and/or a broad shop background – is a plus. Attention to detail with a technical curiosity and strong problem-solving skills. Proficient in English verbal and written communication Basic digital literacy and solid understanding of MS Office, Word and Outlook and other business programs. Optimally communicate in person and over the phone with customer and co-workers applying customer relation skills. Must be adaptable to changes and able to take care of change, delays, or general work-related issues. Present a professional image. What’s in it for You: We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work: Competitive starting salary Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year 10 Company Paid Holidays 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution Tuition reimbursement Employee appreciation events and perks Employee Assistance Program Mental and Physical Requirements: The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises. Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects. Ability to sit for prolonged period of times. Able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees. Ability to frequently use hands and arms. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to work responsibly and professionally in dynamic job sites that may involve tight timelines, changing priorities, and interaction with customers and team members. Certain positions are designated as safety-sensitive due to the nature of the work performed. Employees in these roles may also be expected to: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach for extended periods while servicing equipment. Ability to work in tight spaces or awkward positions, including accessing equipment interiors and elevated areas. Strong hand–eye coordination and fine motor skills required for precise electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic work. Ability to work in industrial environments, with exposure to noise, lubricants, coolants, metal chips, and other manufacturing conditions, while consistently wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Requisition ID#: 1756C, Atlanta GA