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Position Overview:As a Resident Maintenance Technician, you will be expected to provide industrial Electrical/Mechanical expertise, and you will be part of a team that works to maximize equipment utilization and efficiency. The role will assist in the development and implementation of processes to maintain proper utilization and functionality. We require that you have advanced knowledge and that involves the exercise of discretion and judgment with regards to your teammates, time management and services provided as a part of your normal routine.

This position will focus on the application of knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated equipment, including the knowledge of 480vac, 240vac, 120vac, and 48vdc, 24vdc, VFDs, and PLCs (Siemens preferred). You will be accountable to the existing Maintenance Shift Supervisor, Resident Site Supervisor and or Site Maintenance Manager and will work within a team of experienced technicians/engineers.

A majority of the job responsibilities will be focused on the KNAPP supplied automation in the PDCE Barzen facility. This position will service and support one of the largest installations of its kind in the world on the newest generation of automated fulfillment equipment, requiring a very high uptime rate.

Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 pm - 5:30 am

This is considered an essential onsite role, which requires regular onsite attendance.

Responsibilities:

Rectify electro-mechanical faults as well as resolve PLC related issues. Provide expert knowledge and guidance on this subject matter to all assigned areas of assistance; throughout all activities maintain focused on safety

Provide experience and expertise in the installation of conveyor and precision automation equipment

Provide first class support on operation and maintenance of installed automated storage and retrieval systems, and storage and picking systems Quickly and diligently respond, track, record and triage any problems or emergency calls and requests

Provide emergency breakdown and specialized maintenance service support; work against timelines to complete reactive repairs

Provide first-class response to customer inquiries and requests, in conjunction with the customers on-site maintenance department, ensuring, as far as reasonably practical, to do the job right the first time

Set up and calibrate precision automation equipment

Create strong effective working relationships with within DigiKey to enable them to provide first-class service

Meet performance expectations specific to expected output, speed of response, quality of repair, and standards of workmanship.

Provide training pertaining to the overall system to DigiKey employees as required

Maintain quality of service by ensuring clear and precise quality communications with customers

Ensure reports and documentation are well written (e.g. complete/thorough, legible, understandable) via tablets, with all correct job numbers entered, and presented to Shift Supervisor on biweekly basis for review and approval

Execute site quality, safety, and any statutory procedures

Utilize appropriate health & safety considerations regarding given tasks; carry out risk assessments

Meet regularly with the Maintenance Shift Supervisor or Resident Site Manager or Site Maintenance Manager to discuss activities, progress and performance

Log all spare parts usage issues appropriately and promptly with the customer and Knapp spare parts team or CMMS if available

Ensure proper care and maintenance of the tools and equipment supplied

Lead the mechanical strip-down/re-assembly, basic field wiring, machine calibration and system testing processes as needed

Professionally interact with on-site management keeping them informed of repair and maintenance progression and addressing any concerns

Demonstrate ownership of issues to achieve a quick timely resolution

Demonstrate flexibility and the best use of skills and capabilities throughout daily activities

Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Weekends and overtime if required by workload

Occasional travel required, should have passport or can get a passport in a reasonable timeframe

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent (Required)

Minimum of 3 years of verifiable mechanical/electrical experience (Required)

Associates of Electrical | Electrical Engineering | Electrical Technology or similar area of study (Preferred)

Additional Work Experience

Verifiable experience providing repairs on various types of machinery systems, including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Verifiable ability to interpret and work with electrical circuit diagrams

Theoretical and operational experience in the repair, troubleshooting of PLC-based machinery and control systems

Ability to provide expertise and guidance that contributes a unique interpretation or analysis of our systems to our customers

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude including the ability to read assembly drawings

Ability to operate hand tools and be able to disassemble and assemble parts onto equipment

Able to follow set up instructions, assembly drawings and check lists

Demonstrated commitment to be the best; valuing progress over perfection

Strong problem-solving capabilities; leveraging curiosity, creativity and open-mindedness in solution development

Process-oriented mentality; show accountability by taking ownership over your results

Hands-on, team-oriented commitment to continuous improvement

Experience in reducing costs through process improvement efforts

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail and exceptional follow-up skills

Exceptional people skills, with the ability to gain and maintain trust and confidence of individuals within and outside of DigiKey; embody excellent customer service skills and people make the difference mentality

Computer literate with basic Microsoft Office skills

Willing to learn and adapt to changing role requirements

Extensive experience in equipment maintenance, modifications and design (preferred)

Experience with network equipment interfaces (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements may be: Sitting, squatting, walking, reaching out to arm’s length, reaching over-head, lifting between 50-100 pounds, and reading

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is:

$26.00

to

$36.00

Many factors influence the determination of base pay within a range, including the candidate’s work experience in related roles; the candidate’s knowledge, skills, capabilities, and performance; the relative pay of other DigiKey employees in similar roles; and the budget available for the position. This position may also be eligible for shift and/or skill pay differential that will be in addition to the pay rate.

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Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.

DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com.

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