Maintenance Technician

Company: LAKE CABLE, LLC
Location: Valparaiso
Posted on: November 24, 2022

Job Description:

What would you say to a career that helps keep the world working? One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you. For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications. BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER. Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it's the only way to do business. If you're ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters---Job SummaryAs a Maintenance Technician, you will be a critical part of keeping our manufacturing team operating at full capacity! The Maintenance Technician responds to and troubleshoots electrical and mechanical problems, dismantling, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining existing machinery and equipment to keep our equipment at its optimal condition. Electrical experience is highly desired. Excellent benefits, including shift premiums!!!7:00 pm - 7:00 am Monday-Friday. OT/Weekend hours as needed.Essential Job Functions

• Dismantle, rebuild and reassemble machinery using hand and power tools
• Installs wiring of electronic devices
• Installation of a wide range of new and used equipment
• Wiring new electrical panels by following electrical drawings/prints
• Installation of both water and electrical plumbing
• Support required ISO documents/records associated with this department.
• Observe and listen to operating machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine the need for adjustments or repairs
• Maintains the preventive maintenance on equipment, as scheduledSkills and Abilities:
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Knowledge of electrical wiring and components;
  • Experience with 120V, 240 V, 480 V 3 phase and low voltage controls
  • AC DC motor controls
  • Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, diagrams, and blueprints
  • Ability to work independently; self-starter
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Forklift driving experience desired.Qualifications
    • Completion of High School, GED, or equivalent.
    • 2-5 of experience working as a Maintenance Technician or Electrical Technician, maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical problems
    • Knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements. (Examples: Lock Out/Tag Out, Pinch Points, electrical codes, HMIS/MSDS requirements, waste disposal.)Benefits
      • Paid time off
      • 401(k) match
      • Health insurance
      • Dental insurance
      • Vision insurance
      • Life insurance (company paid)
      • Voluntary Life/AD&D
      • Voluntary Life/AD&D (child)
      • Short-term disability (company paid)
      • Long-term disability (company paid)
      • Accident Insurance
      • Critical Illness Insurance
      • Employee assistance program
      • Flexible spending account
      • Tuition reimbursement
      • Referral program
      • Production bonus
      • Competitive pay 7:00 pm - 7:00 am M - FPI196781136

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