Maintenance Technician II

Job Purpose

Perform routine, preventive and emergency repairs on manufacturing/packaging equipment,  building and grounds, and laboratory to ensure on-time delivery of quality products to our valued customers and to preserve Akzo Nobel’s investment in the facility and the grounds

Site Location:  Houston, TX 

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the Computerized maintenance system to plan/prioritize PM responsibilities, work requests, and report findings.  Record all the work done on a daily basis to support and maintain the work order system.
• Analyzes mechanical problems on assigned equipment, plans for and takes corrective action. Makes necessary repairs and adjustments to maintain maximum production efficiency and quality. Tests equipment operation after repairs or installations is completed and notifies necessary persons of equipment operational status. Assists with new equipment installations as needed. 
• Performs preventive/predictive maintenance on assigned equipment by visually inspecting, greasing, testing safety switches, measuring with go-no-go gauges, recording critical information, oil analysis etc. and reporting adverse findings to the Maintenance Manager. To maximize equipment up-time potential problems are identified and either repaired immediately or scheduled for repairs to eliminate breakdowns during operation.
• Assists with inventory management and keeps storerooms and shop neat and clean. 
• Complies with all HSE policies and reports any concerns, which may have an adverse impact on health safety and the environment. Attends monthly safety meetings, maintains a neat, clean and safe work area, works safely and requires others to work safely also. Adheres to AkzoNobel’s Code of Conduct.  Corrects or notifies supervisor of unsafe conditions.
• Work with the external contractor(s) to provide necessary help and assistance in order to complete their work on site and issue the required Work Permits.  
• Assist with on call duties after hours and weekends.

Job Requirements

• Position requires a minimum of Associates Degree in engineering application, vocational/military training or 5-10 years related experience.
• Must possess a valid and current driver’s license.
• Must possess manual dexterity and have the ability to lift at least 55 pounds.
• Must be able to stand or walk for periods of eight to twelve hours.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to use ladders, hoists, industrial trucks and material handling equipment.
• Must have the ability to wear a breathing apparatus and other associated HSE personal protective equipment.
• Must possess the ability to read and comprehend technical documentation including Piping & Instrument Diagrams, loop drawings, wiring schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams.
• Must be proficient in the safe use of a wide variety of hand tools, measuring devices (tape measures, calipers, gauges, micrometers etc.), power tools (table saw, cut off saw, bench grinders, sanders), and test equipment (multimeters, process meters, insulation testers).
• Must be able to perform electrical and mechanical repairs to processing machinery and associated equipment.

Benefit

401K retirement savings with 6% company match
Medical insurance with HSA
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans 
Short & Long term disability
Paid Parental leave after 1 year
Career growth opportunities
Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
Employee referral bonus
Employee appreciation days

Competencies