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Wabtec Corporation Maintenance Tech in Columbia, South Carolina
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
TITLE: Maintenance Tech
REPORTS TO: Maintenance Team Leader
EXEMPT: No SALARY LEVEL: Hourly
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This position is responsible for ensuring proper equipment upkeep, maintenance, and breakdown trouble shooting to ensure production requirements while also maintaining building needs.
Coordinates with supervisors and managers on breakdown repair of equipment. Upgrading of existing equipment by obtaining and presenting facts to Director of Operations for final approval.
Prioritize and schedule for specific equipment repairs.
Coordinate preventative maintenance program.
Assist department supervisors in reconstructing, moving, and installing new equipment according to plan.
Electrical issues from 24VDC control to 480VAC 3 ph industrial.
Address safety issues, replace burnt lights, check emergency lighting on a routine basis, lock out tag out program, electrical safety, confined space program.
Maintain and upkeep grounds outside the building, including snow and ice removal as needed.
Perform facility maintenance including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
Keep stock of routine repair parts and shop supplies.
Other duties as required.
EDUCATION:
Three years of previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
High school diploma or equivalent with course work in skilled crafts or trades training.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Must be a hands-on person capable of working in a fast paced environment, while handling multiple projects at one time.
Must be able to use mechanical tools, electrical test equipment, measuring instruments, and be able to read blueprints.
Must have own mechanics tools.
May require lifting of up to 100lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work area is normal for a factory environment.
The employee is working in a well-lit environment.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Abide by and conform to all company rules and policies.
Follow all safety directives and work in a safe manner.
Maintain good housekeeping standards around the work station
Know, understand, and follow quality procedures.
Accurately document your work as required by company procedures.
Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.