Industrial Technician

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for an Industrial Technician to join Kaiser Aluminum in Chandler, AZ! 

 

What’s in it for you! 

To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, we provide an outstanding benefits package that includes: 

• Safety is our #1 priority

• Off-shifts

• Competitive Compensation Structure – starting at $36.61 to start with pay rate increases available upon qualification after completion of the 60 day probationary period

• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Best In Class Professional Training Opportunities

• Direct Hire Opportunity

• Monthly Incentive Bonus

• Full Benefits Package

• We provide best in class off site training to sharpen your skills

What you will work on: 

 

The Industrial Electromechanical Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all production and plant support systems.  

• Able to work safely, follow LOTO, perform hazard identification, and conform to OSHA standards
• Monitors all equipment to ensure reliability
• Repairs, installs, adjusts, modifies, and services all types of production equipment, plant instrumentation, and relays
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical (24V-480V) and PLC control systems (Allen Bradley)
• Troubleshoots hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Reads PLC ladder logic and function block logic to troubleshoot and repair
• Participates in the preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, 5S, and Equipment Improvement Teams
• Completes work orders in a safe and appropriate manner
• Available to work weekends and off-shift
• Autonomous work with little supervision
• Maintains open communication with production technicians
• Provides support to other maintenance technicians
• Identifies and reports opportunities for improvement of PM’s and spare parts controls
• Works within an environment focused on the reduction of unplanned downtime
• Works collaboratively with other functional areas to ensure the accomplishment of overall plant objectives
• Applies lean manufacturing tools & principles in maintenance activities
• Performs autonomous care and housekeeping
• Documents spare parts usage
• Works within scheduling requirements

 

 

Qualifications

What you will bring to the role: 

• Minimum of 3-5 years of Industrial Maintenance or applicable Military experience. May substitute experience for higher education certificate or degree in same/similar field

• Be able to read PLC ladder logic & function block logic to troubleshoot & repair

• 24V-480V electrical experience and capability

• Have experience building 110V-480V electrical panels

• Working knowledge of electricity, hydraulic, mechanical and pneumatic systems

• Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings and process and instrumentation diagrams are preferred

• Ability to weld, repair, and fabricate small items: i.e., carts, tables, shelves, and basic stands, etc.

• Must possess excellent complement of maintenance hand tools

• Must have a positive attitude

• Must have a good attendance record

• Must be flexible to work different hours/shifts as required

• Solid verbal and written communication skills

   

• Work Remotely

  · No

   

• Job Type: Full-time

   

• Pay: From $36.61 per hour plus shift differential if/when applicable

   

• Benefits:

  • 401(k)/ Matching

  • Dental insurance

  • Employee assistance program

  • Flexible spending account

  • Health insurance

  • Health savings account

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Referral program

  • Retirement plan

    · Tuition reimbursement

    · Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    · 12 hour shift

    · Night shift

    · Rotating shift

No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities.  There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

 

About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.