Predictive maintenance technician job description
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Predictive maintenance technician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in predictive maintenance technician job postings.
Sample predictive maintenance technician requirements
- Strong knowledge of predictive maintenance techniques
- Familiarity with industrial control systems and sensors
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose technical problems
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
Sample required predictive maintenance technician soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to think critically and make sound decisions
Predictive maintenance technician job description example 1
PepsiCo predictive maintenance technician job description
PBNA $30.79 - $39.96
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Pay Rate: $30.79 - $39.96 per hour
Full-time, Night Shift
Position is responsible for repairing and installing advanced production/manufacturing equipment. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. May mentor and provide support to less experienced mechanics. Diagnosis equipment malfunctions using predictive maintenance and make more complicated repairs or adjustments as needed. Must have own hand tools.
This position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals. The position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling. The position may require weekend and/or holiday work.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on more advanced/sophisticated production equipment
* Perform repairs on more advanced production equipment as needed
* Perform breakdown analysis
* Oversee or perform general housekeeping
* Upgrade production lines with new/upgraded equipment/technology
* Direct activities of outside contractors working on assigned line
* Change line for package changeovers
* Enforce GMP, safety, and audit standards
* Work independently under limited supervision (self-management)
* Documentation of work schedule and work tasks completed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
* 18 years or older
* Pass technical assessment addressing job-critical maintenance knowledge areas
* Experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays)
* Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)
* Experience with product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs).
* Experience with schematics (e.g., electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, relays).
* Experience with troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns).
* Experience with troubleshooting (e.g., diagnostics, problem solving, etc.).
* Experience with reading mechanical drawings (e.g., hydraulics, pneumatics).
HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:
* Experience with predictive maintenance methods, including vibration analysis, ultrasonic analysis, and thermography
* Experience with mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings).
* Experience with compressors/ammonia systems (e.g., refrigeration systems).
* Experience with conveyers and airveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).
* Experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).
* Experience with gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts).
* Experience with hydraulic systems (high pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, troubleshooting).
* Experience with kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.).
* Review rating instructions.
* Experience with packaging/high speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).
* Experience with PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc.).
* Experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting).
* Experience with pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinders, etc.).
* Experience with preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data).
* Experience with pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs).
* Experience with SERVO (e.g., intelligent/robotic motors, in-coders, etc.).
* Experience working in team-based environments (working together with others).
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement
CLICK HERE to view our Maintenance Mechanic Job Preview Video
Pay Rate: $30.79 - $39.96 per hour
Full-time, Night Shift
Position is responsible for repairing and installing advanced production/manufacturing equipment. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. May mentor and provide support to less experienced mechanics. Diagnosis equipment malfunctions using predictive maintenance and make more complicated repairs or adjustments as needed. Must have own hand tools.
This position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals. The position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling. The position may require weekend and/or holiday work.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on more advanced/sophisticated production equipment
* Perform repairs on more advanced production equipment as needed
* Perform breakdown analysis
* Oversee or perform general housekeeping
* Upgrade production lines with new/upgraded equipment/technology
* Direct activities of outside contractors working on assigned line
* Change line for package changeovers
* Enforce GMP, safety, and audit standards
* Work independently under limited supervision (self-management)
* Documentation of work schedule and work tasks completed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
* 18 years or older
* Pass technical assessment addressing job-critical maintenance knowledge areas
* Experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays)
* Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)
* Experience with product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs).
* Experience with schematics (e.g., electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, relays).
* Experience with troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns).
* Experience with troubleshooting (e.g., diagnostics, problem solving, etc.).
* Experience with reading mechanical drawings (e.g., hydraulics, pneumatics).
HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:
* Experience with predictive maintenance methods, including vibration analysis, ultrasonic analysis, and thermography
* Experience with mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings).
* Experience with compressors/ammonia systems (e.g., refrigeration systems).
* Experience with conveyers and airveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).
* Experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).
* Experience with gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts).
* Experience with hydraulic systems (high pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, troubleshooting).
* Experience with kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.).
* Review rating instructions.
* Experience with packaging/high speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).
* Experience with PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc.).
* Experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting).
* Experience with pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinders, etc.).
* Experience with preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data).
* Experience with pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs).
* Experience with SERVO (e.g., intelligent/robotic motors, in-coders, etc.).
* Experience working in team-based environments (working together with others).
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement
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Predictive maintenance technician job description example 2
Mars predictive maintenance technician job description
**Job Title: Maintenance Technician - ISO/Predictive**
**Hours: Monday- Friday (weekends are as needed, but not a part of normal schedule. It would occasionally); 6 am - 2:30 pm**
**Job Purpose/Overview**
Responsible for predictive maintenance and calibration activities. The individual will use processes such as Root Cause, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, and other Reliability-Centered Maintenance techniques to diagnose and prevent recurring failures.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Use PdM technologies to determine baselines and trend deviations in a proactive manner to eliminate reactive equipment failures.
+ Schedule and run routes for data acquisition. Maintain on-line monitoring equipment and capture data for analysis. Be responsible for schedule compliance and route adherence.
+ Analyze data using proper techniques to eliminate nuisance alarms and ensure timely equipment repair.
+ Work with the Maintenance Engineering group to perform Root Cause Analysis and equipment autopsies in the event of unplanned failures.
+ Perform routine problem solving and preventive maintenance for calibration instruments and devices throughout the facility with minimal guidance in a timely fashion to ensure regulatory compliance.
+ Performs acceptance tests for new equipment installations using appropriate Predictive technologies.
+ Assumes responsibility for ensuring that the right technologies are being applied to the right assets at the right frequencies.
+ Support switch gear maintenance and troubleshoot issues associated with electrical distribution systems
+ Assist with conducting criticality analysis, PM optimization, and asset care matrices.
+ Maintain highly accurate calibration documents and records utilizing calibration software
+ Document work orders, both preventive and corrective within the computerized maintenance management system (SAP PM.)
**Context and Scope**
Utilizes condition-monitoring technologies such as Vibration Analysis, Infrared Thermography, Motor Circuit Analysis, Laser Alignment and Ultrasonic Analysis to predict impending failures and proactively repair equipment prior to failure in the most cost-effective manner. In addition to the predictive technologies, covers all factory services for internal and external calibration activities and maintenance. Activities include routine calibrations of Quality and Food Safety related devices, managing vendor visits for calibration activities, and conducting as-needed maintenance and calibration of devices throughout facility including but not limited to flow meters, scales, load cells, moisture and humidity probes, temperature probes and instruments, conductivity probes, magnets, screens, and filters.
**Job Specifications/Qualifications**
**Education & Professional Qualifications**
**Minimum:**
+ Technical or Associates degree, certification, or equivalent work experience of three years relating to predictive maintenance and/or calibration.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.).
+ Frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).
+ Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
+ Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
+ Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
**Preferred:**
+ Three (3) plus years of experience within a manufacturing environment, i.e., factory operations, maintenance, or calibration.
+ Expertise in two of the following Predictive Maintenance Technologies:
+ **Vibration Analysis proficiency equal to a Level II certification in accordance with ISO 18436.2**
+ Vibration Analysis knowledge and skills to include: Basic vibration, Data acquisition, Data processing, Fault analysis, Condition evaluation, Machine testing and knowledge in spectral, time waveform and phase analysis **.**
+ **Infrared Thermography proficiency equal to the American Society for Non-destructive Testing (ASNT) SNT-TC-1A Level II Thermography certification**
+ Infrared Thermography knowledge and skills to include: Thermography Fundamentals, Temperature Measurement Error Sources and Corrections, Traceable Temperature Limits, Electrical Inspection, Mechanical Inspection and Building Inspection
+ **Airborne Ultrasonic proficiency equal to the American Society for Non-destructive Testing (ASNT) SNT-TC-1A Level II certification.**
+ Airborne ultrasound capabilities to include: Leak detection, Electrical and Mechanical Inspection
+ **Motor Circuit Analysis**
+ Off-Line and On-line testing
**Knowledge / Experience**
**Minimum:**
+ Possess a fundamental understanding of Electrical, Hydraulic and Pneumatic Schematics and Mechanical Drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner
+ Ability to troubleshoot AC/DC Electrical components (up to 480VAC 3 Phase) including motor starters, switches and sensors found on all assigned equipment using basic test equipment such as multi-meters and amp probes.
+ Knowledge of machinery fundamentals, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, blowers, compressors, etc.
+ Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast paced work environment
+ Willingness to develop required Technical Skills
+ Understand and adhere to Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, confined space procedures, Total Risk Management Requirements, and all other plant safety/good manufacturing practices (GMP) requirements related to supporting machinery uptime and reliability.
+ Detailed knowledge of general mechanical fundamentals, such as fits and tolerances.
+ Demonstrated capability in precision maintenance techniques such as alignment and balancing.
+ Good interpersonal, communication, teamwork, facilitation, and meeting skills.
+ Demonstrated organizational, time management, interpersonal, and leadership skills to work independently and be self-motivated.
+ Proficiency with computers including word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and PdM analysis/ trending software.
**Preferred:**
+ Possess an advanced understanding of AC/AC Electrical (up to 480VAC 3 Phase), Hydraulic and Pneumatic Schematics and Mechanical Drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.
+ Technical/ Trade Certification in blueprint interpretation.
+ Possess PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills.
+ Knowledgeable on electrical distribution systems (MCC & substation)
+ Ability to use hand tools and test instruments including but not limited to: pin and feeler gauges, drywell calibrator, Gauss Meter, Humilab, Micro Bath, Conductivity Standards, Pressure Calibrator, Dew Point Probe, Humidity Probe, Temperature Probe, Tachometer, Various Thermometers, and Test Weights
+ Ability to calibrate or validate Magnets, Strainers, Flow Meters, Temperature Probes, and Transmitters and Sensors, Russell Finex Filters, and Belt Speeds
+ Understanding of calibration or validation requirements for scales, checkweighers, backflow preventers, and metal detectors
+ Strong knowledge of ISO and Quality Management Systems
+ Knowledge of Preventive Maintenance scheduling and regulatory compliance
**Hours: Monday- Friday (weekends are as needed, but not a part of normal schedule. It would occasionally); 6 am - 2:30 pm**
**Job Purpose/Overview**
Responsible for predictive maintenance and calibration activities. The individual will use processes such as Root Cause, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, and other Reliability-Centered Maintenance techniques to diagnose and prevent recurring failures.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Use PdM technologies to determine baselines and trend deviations in a proactive manner to eliminate reactive equipment failures.
+ Schedule and run routes for data acquisition. Maintain on-line monitoring equipment and capture data for analysis. Be responsible for schedule compliance and route adherence.
+ Analyze data using proper techniques to eliminate nuisance alarms and ensure timely equipment repair.
+ Work with the Maintenance Engineering group to perform Root Cause Analysis and equipment autopsies in the event of unplanned failures.
+ Perform routine problem solving and preventive maintenance for calibration instruments and devices throughout the facility with minimal guidance in a timely fashion to ensure regulatory compliance.
+ Performs acceptance tests for new equipment installations using appropriate Predictive technologies.
+ Assumes responsibility for ensuring that the right technologies are being applied to the right assets at the right frequencies.
+ Support switch gear maintenance and troubleshoot issues associated with electrical distribution systems
+ Assist with conducting criticality analysis, PM optimization, and asset care matrices.
+ Maintain highly accurate calibration documents and records utilizing calibration software
+ Document work orders, both preventive and corrective within the computerized maintenance management system (SAP PM.)
**Context and Scope**
Utilizes condition-monitoring technologies such as Vibration Analysis, Infrared Thermography, Motor Circuit Analysis, Laser Alignment and Ultrasonic Analysis to predict impending failures and proactively repair equipment prior to failure in the most cost-effective manner. In addition to the predictive technologies, covers all factory services for internal and external calibration activities and maintenance. Activities include routine calibrations of Quality and Food Safety related devices, managing vendor visits for calibration activities, and conducting as-needed maintenance and calibration of devices throughout facility including but not limited to flow meters, scales, load cells, moisture and humidity probes, temperature probes and instruments, conductivity probes, magnets, screens, and filters.
**Job Specifications/Qualifications**
**Education & Professional Qualifications**
**Minimum:**
+ Technical or Associates degree, certification, or equivalent work experience of three years relating to predictive maintenance and/or calibration.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.).
+ Frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).
+ Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
+ Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
+ Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
**Preferred:**
+ Three (3) plus years of experience within a manufacturing environment, i.e., factory operations, maintenance, or calibration.
+ Expertise in two of the following Predictive Maintenance Technologies:
+ **Vibration Analysis proficiency equal to a Level II certification in accordance with ISO 18436.2**
+ Vibration Analysis knowledge and skills to include: Basic vibration, Data acquisition, Data processing, Fault analysis, Condition evaluation, Machine testing and knowledge in spectral, time waveform and phase analysis **.**
+ **Infrared Thermography proficiency equal to the American Society for Non-destructive Testing (ASNT) SNT-TC-1A Level II Thermography certification**
+ Infrared Thermography knowledge and skills to include: Thermography Fundamentals, Temperature Measurement Error Sources and Corrections, Traceable Temperature Limits, Electrical Inspection, Mechanical Inspection and Building Inspection
+ **Airborne Ultrasonic proficiency equal to the American Society for Non-destructive Testing (ASNT) SNT-TC-1A Level II certification.**
+ Airborne ultrasound capabilities to include: Leak detection, Electrical and Mechanical Inspection
+ **Motor Circuit Analysis**
+ Off-Line and On-line testing
**Knowledge / Experience**
**Minimum:**
+ Possess a fundamental understanding of Electrical, Hydraulic and Pneumatic Schematics and Mechanical Drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner
+ Ability to troubleshoot AC/DC Electrical components (up to 480VAC 3 Phase) including motor starters, switches and sensors found on all assigned equipment using basic test equipment such as multi-meters and amp probes.
+ Knowledge of machinery fundamentals, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, blowers, compressors, etc.
+ Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast paced work environment
+ Willingness to develop required Technical Skills
+ Understand and adhere to Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, confined space procedures, Total Risk Management Requirements, and all other plant safety/good manufacturing practices (GMP) requirements related to supporting machinery uptime and reliability.
+ Detailed knowledge of general mechanical fundamentals, such as fits and tolerances.
+ Demonstrated capability in precision maintenance techniques such as alignment and balancing.
+ Good interpersonal, communication, teamwork, facilitation, and meeting skills.
+ Demonstrated organizational, time management, interpersonal, and leadership skills to work independently and be self-motivated.
+ Proficiency with computers including word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and PdM analysis/ trending software.
**Preferred:**
+ Possess an advanced understanding of AC/AC Electrical (up to 480VAC 3 Phase), Hydraulic and Pneumatic Schematics and Mechanical Drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.
+ Technical/ Trade Certification in blueprint interpretation.
+ Possess PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills.
+ Knowledgeable on electrical distribution systems (MCC & substation)
+ Ability to use hand tools and test instruments including but not limited to: pin and feeler gauges, drywell calibrator, Gauss Meter, Humilab, Micro Bath, Conductivity Standards, Pressure Calibrator, Dew Point Probe, Humidity Probe, Temperature Probe, Tachometer, Various Thermometers, and Test Weights
+ Ability to calibrate or validate Magnets, Strainers, Flow Meters, Temperature Probes, and Transmitters and Sensors, Russell Finex Filters, and Belt Speeds
+ Understanding of calibration or validation requirements for scales, checkweighers, backflow preventers, and metal detectors
+ Strong knowledge of ISO and Quality Management Systems
+ Knowledge of Preventive Maintenance scheduling and regulatory compliance
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024