Capital Equipment Maintenance Specialist

The ideal candidate for a Capital Equipment Maintenance Specialist would be able to do the following:

Preventative & Predictive Maintenance

• Maintain enhance and continuously improve PM programs for all production equipment (press brakes lasers punch presses robotic welders etc.).
• Manage equipment files manuals maintenance procedures parts ordering parts storage and inventory at lead-person level.
• Interface with external vendors; understand service contracts and OEM responsibilities.

Troubleshooting & Repair

• Troubleshoot maintain and repair equipment with mechanical pneumatic electrical and hydraulic controls to maximize capital equipment uptime.
• Diagnose root cause of failures using structured problem-solving methods (e.g. 8D); return equipment to OEM condition in a timely manner.
• Install repair rebuild and maintain machinery small tools and mechanical equipment used in production and related services.

Project & Engineering Support

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering on new equipment installations equipment moves upgrades and project work requiring maintenance expertise.
• Assist with capital project planning providing hands-on technical input during commissioning and startup.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete and maintain all required maintenance logs PM records and related files to lead-person documentation standards.
• Strictly adhere to all company and departmental safety policies and OSHA/MSD requirements.
• Ensure safe working conditions and good housekeeping standards are upheld at all times.

Qualifications :

For a candidate to be successful as a Capital Equipment Maintenance Specialist they must have:

Education

• Associates degree in industrial maintenance Mechatronics or a related field or equivalent combination of education and verifiable hands-on experience.
• Valid drivers license required.
• Relevant trade certifications training courses and OEM training are a plus.

Experience

• Minimum five years of hands-on maintenance experience in a metal fabrication or high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Experience with laser cutting systems (CO₂ and/or fiber) press brakes punch turrets robotic welders and similar capital equipment or demonstrated ability to learn.
• Experience with PC-based automation platforms including PLCs DCS ASI bus networks and ladder logic programming.
• Proven lubrication principles knowledge and continuous improvement of machine PM programs.

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency with hydraulic and pneumatic schematics mechanical and electrical drawings assembly drawings and associated symbols.
• Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools metal fabrication equipment welding/cutting equipment plumbing and electrical equipment and precision measuring instruments and meters.
• Advanced shop math: working in all units of measure fractions and decimals.
• Basic computer proficiency: Microsoft Word Excel; CMMS or maintenance software.

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis ability is the greatest daily challenge of the role.
• High degree of independence; able to prioritize and manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Inquisitive mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management: balancing urgent breakdowns with ongoing PM schedules.
• Critical thinking and innovative problem solving.
• Teamwork and adaptability to shifting demands viewpoints and customer needs.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication; empathetic and servant-oriented in interactions with internal customers.

Additional Information :

We are looking for team-members that exemplify and live our High FIVE values:

• Highest Quality:  Are you detailed-oriented and ensure the accuracy of your work
• Win together as a Family: Do you exceed expectations by being attentive and going above and beyond
• Unleash the Innovative Spirit: Are you passionate about finding solutions to streamline and enhance the way you and your peers work
• Be a Helpful Voice: Are you a positive person who wants to make an impact on others
• Every Individual Makes an Impact: Are you a go-getter who takes initiative and pride in your work

If you share our values we want you to be a part of our Alto-Shaam family!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time