Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from TenCate Americas
Job overview
The Maintenance Technician at TenCate Americas is responsible for installing, analyzing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical and electrical production equipment to support manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities and impact
The technician will diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions using technical manuals, schematics, and work orders, perform corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance, and train others as needed while working independently with minimal supervision.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with a technical degree preferred, 5 years of industrial maintenance and electronics repair experience preferred, strong communication skills, and knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, hydraulics, and pneumatics is a plus.
Work environment and culture
The role operates in a non-temperature-controlled manufacturing facility with mandatory onsite presence and requires physical stamina for long shifts and varying weather conditions.
Team overview
The Maintenance Technician reports directly to the Lead Maintenance Mechanic and works closely with production and manufacturing engineering teams.
Job location and travel
This is an onsite position at TenCate Americas with no travel required and involves working rotating shifts in a manufacturing environment.
Unique job features
The job requires working with a variety of technical tools and equipment including PLC programming and electrical test instruments, and involves hands-on maintenance in challenging environmental conditions.
Company overview
TenCate Americas is a leading manufacturer specializing in advanced materials and solutions for a variety of industries, including aerospace, defense, infrastructure, and geosynthetics. The company generates revenue through the production and sale of high-performance fabrics and composites that enhance safety, durability, and sustainability. Founded as a part of the Royal Ten Cate group, which has a rich history dating back to 1704 in the Netherlands, TenCate Americas has established itself as a key player in the innovation of technical textiles and materials science.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience with mechanical and electrical equipment maintenance, emphasizing your ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain production machinery using schematics, blueprints, and PLC programming knowledge.
Focus on showcasing your problem-solving skills, ability to work independently, and experience with preventative and predictive maintenance, as these are key responsibilities for the Maintenance Technician role at TenCate Americas.
Apply through multiple channels such as TenCate Americas’ corporate careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and relevant industry job boards to maximize your chances of being noticed.
Connect with current employees in the Maintenance or Engineering divisions at TenCate Americas on LinkedIn to inquire about the role; use ice breakers like asking about their experience working with specific equipment or how they approach troubleshooting complex machinery.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'mechanical and electrical maintenance,' 'PLC programming,' 'preventative maintenance,' 'equipment repair,' and 'technical schematics' to ensure it passes initial resume screenings.
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