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Senior maintenance technician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in senior maintenance technician job postings.
Sample senior maintenance technician requirements
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in maintenance.
  • Familiarity with electrical systems.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid driver’s license.
Sample required senior maintenance technician soft skills
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent problem solving skills.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Team player attitude.

Senior maintenance technician job description example 1

HD Supply senior maintenance technician job description

Job SummaryResponsible for performing senior level (PM) planned maintenance and medium scope technical project execution activities.Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

Provides technical support in areas such as production, operations, maintenance, safety and testing. Performs testing and troubleshooting on electronic or mechanical components, equipment or systems.

Acts as liaison for Contract Maintenance personnel and oversees contract maintenance activities as required. Works with outside engineering firms to develop and install simple, but effective human-automation solutions.

Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical). Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield. Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventative and unscheduled maintenance).

Serves as Lead Technical Resource for developing and executing PM Procedures on production and ancillary equipment; while training (AM) Autonomous Maintenance activities to Machine Operators and Line Fabricators. Identifies and analyzes automation design and reliability issues that direct impact operational effectiveness.

Troubleshoots and diagnoses difficult, infrequent problems with equipment. Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures.

Develops training materials and conducts training on AM/PM Technical functions. Creates reference manuals, job aids, and web-based training sessions.

Provides technical support and engineering project management execution support for small-medium CAPEX projects.
Nature and Scope May modify processes to resolve situations. Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach to achieve desired outcomes. Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies. Work typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor or direct customers of the process. Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring/firing authority.

Work Environment Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes. Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience Technical certification or associate degree may be required in some areas. Generally 5-7 years of experience in a related area of responsibility.
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Senior maintenance technician job description example 2

Greif senior maintenance technician job description

Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome.
Job Requisition #:
022055 Sr Technician - Maintenance (Open)

Job Description:
Key Responsibilities

Under General supervision, performs mostly routine and some non-routine maintenance and repair work according to established procedures..Adheres to all plant safety policies. Participates in plant-wide safety, housekeeping, Operational Excellence, and Lean Manufacturing programs..Reads and interprets equipment manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specifications, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, and hand and power tools Assembles, installs, adjusts, and calibrates mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment. Repairs, rebuilds, and replaces equipment and parts as needed. Ensures reliability of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pumps, pneumatic systems, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.Performs mechanical skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of production machines and pumps.Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.Contributes to team effort by achieving performance metrics.Comply with all OSHA safety and health regulations.Provides assistance and guidance to junior maintenance colleagues.Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent is required Degree or certificate in mechanical, electrical or mechatronics is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

Must have at least 4-6 years experience in maintenance and/or manufacturing environment. Experience in the pulp and paper industry is preferred.SS TIG welding experience is required Fabrication experience is required.Machining experience is preferred but not required.Electrical troubleshooting experience is preferred.Possesses the ability to troubleshoot, disassemble, and reassemble manufacturing equipment.Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills.Demonstrates the ability to work effectively under limited supervision.Computer experience is required. CMMS experience is preferred
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We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. For more information read Greif's Equal Opportunity Policy.
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Senior maintenance technician job description example 3

Dot Foods senior maintenance technician job description

  • Schedule: Monday through Friday - Days
  • Temperature extremes from -10 degrees in the freezer to 100+ outside during the summer.
  • Work in situations where human error could result in serious financial loss or personal injury.
  • Extensive standing/walking on concrete floors and working at heights
  • Subject to being in an on-call rotation and occasional holiday work.
Qualifications

We Need You To Have:

  • High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required.
  • Physically able to access all areas of the facility for installation and repair of equipment and to lift and carry at least 50 lbs. Sufficient vision and hearing necessary to safely operate powered equipment.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills. Computer literate.
  • Commitment to perform duties in a safe manner.
  • Ability to read and understand drawings and schematics.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience with 120V/277V single phase and 480V three phase electricity. Proficient working with AC/DC power & control circuits.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, plumbing, mechanical and HVAC systems

We’d Like You To Have:

  • At least one year demonstrated excellent performance as a Maintenance Technician I or two years’ experience in a maintenance trade such as electrical, mechanical or HVAC.

What Can Dot Offer You?

As a family-owned and -operated company for the past 60 years, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture within the business. As a vital part of that family unit, we want to ensure you feel included and respected for any differing ideas. We appreciate those opinions and count on them to make us successful. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

Wage Range: $24.72 - $37.08 depending on experience

Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.


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Updated March 14, 2024

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