Maintenance Technician at Kocher and Beck – Lenexa, Kansas

Kocher + Beck USA, L.P., located in Lenexa, KS, is seeking enthusiastic candidates who enjoy a fast-paced environment to join our team! At Kocher + Beck, we believe that delivering our quality products is the result of having the best team. Take this opportunity to join our growing business and contribute to a family-owned business known for its culture and top-quality products.

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician, as part of a team, conducts, maintains, tests, and repairs mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. The position applies knowledge of mechanical and electrical/electronic principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. The maintenance technician provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of manufacturing. Listed are some additional tasks:

· Performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment

· Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements

· Advises operators of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components

· Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment

· Performs preventive maintenance functions

· Communicates with Maintenance Technician Supervisor

· Ensures that all production equipment is maintained and running

Requirements

· Maintains a safe work environment

· Able to safely lift 50 pounds

· License to Electrician

· Use of hands/arms in repetitive motion

· Able to stand/walk for length of shift

· Weekend Flexibility

· Technical Capacity

· Problem Solving/Analysis

· Able to work on a team

· Able to work independently and stay on task

Preferred Skills/Experience

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

· Prior experience with measuring tools is a plus

· Experience with 3-phase, 480

Benefits

· 100% Employer Paid Health, Dental and Accident Insurance premiums

o 100% covered for Employee-only and 75% for Dependent-plus coverage

· Bi-Weekly employer contribution to Health Savings Account

· 401(k), up to 4.5% employer match

· Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability

· Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays

· Additional supplemental insurance plans are also offered

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A flexible schedule requires that the Maintenance Technician is able to work nights and weekends on a frequent basis and to be on call in case of an emergency.