Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States
17 hours ago
Maintenance Technician

Company Description

HydraForce, a Bosch Rexroth Company, offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. HydraForce cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For almost 35 years, HydraForce has been producing the most innovative elector-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.

Bosch Rexroth is one of the world’s leading providers of Drive and Control Technologies. Regardless of the motion task that customers face anywhere in the world, they will always find a Bosch Rexroth team with local experience and the appropriate know-how from more than 30 industries and all drive and control technologies. Our associates take on their customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries.

Job Description

Position Summary

Primarily responsible for maintaining production equipment including assembly automation, hydraulic testing equipment, industrial wash systems, light machining, measuring equipment, tooling, etc. Additionally, facility related equipment, electrical distribution, compressed air systems, plumbing, interior décor and bathroom upkeep, parking lots, outdoor walk ways, and general property.

Duties and Responsibilities

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons

Responsible for the maintenance of the organization’s physical operations including but not limited to refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, plumbing, compressed air systems, water treatment, and electric systemsAssists in the maintenance of property including but not limited to offices, production areas, public areas, and equipment through completion of preventive maintenance programs according to specificationsMachines include automated wash equipment, lathes, honing machines, presses, collets, hydraulic test stands, custom automated assembly units, PLC’s, assembly robots, band saws, manual mills and lathes, air compressors, air dryers, material handling equipment, electrostatic filters, hoistsMaintenance PM’s for machines include coolant, oil, and filter changes, electrical inspections, calibrations, motor swaps, pump swaps, hydraulic hose replacement, cleaning of heat exchangers, hydraulic oil reservoir cleaning,Low voltage electrical controls trouble shootingTrouble shoot logic controllers  Completes daily Standard Work task lists and event reportsInterfaces with appropriate staff/managers to implement maintenance needs; ensures timely response to requestsAssists in the maintenance of proper spares inventory levelsAssists in fire and safety inspections corrects any discrepancies; ensures property complies with all safety and sanitation policies, procedures, and federal, state, and local regulationsAssists in maintaining waste disposal, including any waste such as machine process wash soap waste water, acetone, mineral spirits, or solvents.

Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

Lift and move up to 50 pounds without assistanceUse of ladders and scaffoldsWorking with parts of various sizes and weightsRepetitive shoulder/arm/hand motionMove furniture, materials and equipment

Work Environment

Most of the work time is spent in a warehouse environment where temperatures are heated and air conditioned, depending upon the season, and noise level can be moderate to highOccasionally outside weather conditions, year roundHandling of small amounts of general and hazardous waste. Hazardous waste includes solvents, acetones, and mineral spirits. General waste may include hydraulic oil, mixed water/cleaning solutions, and general cleaning agents such as soaps and detergents.Handling of non-hazardous materials such as cutting oils, coolants, grease, water

QualificationsHigh School Diploma, job specific training and equivalent work experience preferred2+ years related experience, preferably in a manufacturing, machining, tool & die environmentPLC manufacturer specific training a plus, not requiredFanuc, Mitsubishi, and A/B logicKnowledge of ventilation/air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and other generally accepted maintenance skillsMust have own tools, electrical meters, gages, calipers, etc.Familiar with city and state building codes and OSHA requirementsCommitment to excellence and high standardsAbility to manage priorities and workflowAbility to work independently and as a member of various teams and committeesFamiliar with CMMS software use, we specifically use “Maintenance Connection”Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individualsGood judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisionsBilingual skills a plusAbility to understand all safety requirementsAbility to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes, with training

 

Additional Information

Health and Safety are fundamental values within the company. Employees receive a full complement of health benefits including Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision, Tax Free Health Accounts (HSA/FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off (PTO) plus Company paid Holidays.

Our employees enjoy an attractive compensation package to include market competitive salary, Company paid and Voluntary Life insurance, Disability coverage, 401(k) with match, bonus opportunities, and more!

Must Have

Must have US work authorization. This position is not open for International Assignments.Indefinite U.S work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce - EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled

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