POSITION SUMMARY:
The Maintenance Technician III supports the Bass Pro Maintenance department of material handling to complete preventative and predictive maintenance and repair of material handling systems. Will utilize prescribed processes as they relate to mechanical power transmission, electrical, PCL/controls, and other industrial maintenance related systems. May troubleshoot component and systems issues.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Under minimal supervision, provides preventative and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of material handling systems through demonstrated proficiency in mechanical power transmission and electrical with working knowledge of PLC/controls.
- Adheres to all applicable safety standards and promotes a safe work environment by attending safety meetings and required trainings and addressing all safety concerns.
- Will interpret electrical or mechanical schematics, manufacturer’s manuals and engineering specifications to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair system faults and failures or determine escalation.
- Responds to sort calls to diagnose problems and make repairs.
- Ability to utilize the CMMS software to enter and retrieve prescribed data.
- Complex skills required in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and/or PLC/controls failures.
- Will rely on higher level Technicians in complex control system issues.
- Will read PLC and have the ability to burn EEPROMs.
- Will assist lower-level technicians.
- Will develop scopes of work and project plans for small scale projects to be executed at a local level.
- Will be required to work a flexible schedule including all days and shifts as the business need dictates.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
Examples of what you can expect to learn in the Tech III level (does not include all areas/responsibilities):
Mechanical
- Understand power transmission concepts, such as gear ratios, service factor, horsepower and frame size to repair/replace a failed gearbox and/or motor when the correct replacement parts are not available.
- Understand mechanical design concepts to be able to replace failed pulleys and bearings with replacements that don’t match design without impacting performance of a conveyor (speed, torque, etc.).
- Can read, interpret and create or modify mechanical drawings.
Electrical
- Use a digital multimeter to resistance test de-energized circuits.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose both the power and the control branch of motor controls circuits.
- Read, interpret and create or modify electrical drawings/schematics.
PLC/Controls
- Go online with PLC processors to aid in troubleshooting.
- Burn EEPROMs.
- Understand PLC networks, such as ControlNet, DeviceNet, etc.
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Preferred Degree: Trade, Tech or Vocational Education in Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics, electrical or mechanical trade or related area (if applicable)
- Certificate(s) or License(s): Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics, electrical or mechanical trade or related area
- Years of experience:
- Four (4) years of experience in Industrial Maintenance with proficiency in knowledge and demonstrated skills in mechanical power transmission, electrical and working knowledge of PLC/Controls skills through job experience, related military experience and/or related education required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Ability to follow procedures as directed by work orders or high-level technicians/management.
- Ability to interpret electrical or mechanical schematics, manufacturer’s manuals and engineering specifications to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair system faults and failures or determine escalation.
- Ability to utilize the CMMS software to enter and retrieve prescribed data.
- Ability to solve mechanical or electrical problems, which may include understanding of engineering formulas.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical power transmission, electrical or PLC/controls issues by troubleshooting at multiple component and system level.
- Effective verbal and written communication within own department to peers, managers, and outside vendors to convey technical data and needs.
- Need to collaborate successfully with department, operations, vendors and support teams that failures or projects may require.
- Software skills, including Microsoft Office suite and other web-based applications.
- Possess time management and organizational skills.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Regularly walks, sits, stands, does computer work and lifts up to 50 lbs.
Additional Physical Requirements:
- Working in a non-climate controlled environment.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us athrcompliancebasspro.com.
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