Maintenance Mechanic - Experienced
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Topeka
Posted on: October 17, 2024
Job Description:
Job DescriptionThis is a full-time experienced Maintenance
Mechanic position that is responsible for troubleshooting,
repairing, and installing pneumatic and hydraulic systems, control
valves, centrifugal and positive displacement pumps. Maintenance
Mechanics are also responsible for troubleshooting and repairing
AC/DC electrical systems, reading schematics, and using electrical
testing equipment (Volt-Ohm meter, amp meter, oscilloscope). Our
experienced Maintenance Mechanics have extensive understanding of
Programmable Logic Controls and contribute a unique skillset
through the use of preventative maintenance systems and work order
tracking. Maintenance Mechanics have the skill and flexibility to
work on any equipment within the facility and to operate lathes,
mills, arc and Heliarc-- welders for repair, and fabrication. If
you do not have extensive experience, you may be better suited for
one of our entry-level position. If so, we encourage you to search
for the position that best fits your current skillset. Prior to to
the in-person interview, you will be asking to complete a hands-on
electrical skills test. Although you will start out working for
Frito-Lay, this job can open the door to career opportunities with
our parent company, PepsiCo. We set industry standards in terms of
pay and benefits. We also offer unbeatable benefits including
health insurance, dental and vision, retirement saving benefits
including a 401(k) with company contribution, vacation days and
much more. Work will vary from day to day depending on need and
your hours will vary by assigned location. It also gets loud and
the Frito-Lay manufacturing facilities are large. While we want
everyone to feel comfortable, our ability to control the
temperature in our warehouses is limited. Indoor warehouse working
conditions are impacted by seasons and the weather. Before going
any further, you should know that our Maintenance team is known for
two critical areas of expertise:
- Deep understanding of high-voltage wiring (480V 3-phase
motors)
- Multi-craft maintenance and repair (e.g. performing
interrelated repairs on electrical systems and mechanical systems)
Are you comfortable, competent, and capable with high-voltage
wiring and multi-craft repair? If you answered yes, our team would
welcome your contributions to our daily operations. We asked our
Maintenance Mechanics what we should tell you about your work day,
and this is what they had to say:
- You will use your extensive knowledge to assist entry-level
mechanics with difficult repairs
- You are willing to work under pressure to fix equipment
- You will work urgently to get the equipment back up and
running
- You will be troubleshooting issues on a wide variety of
equipment
- You will conduct repair failures of production and facilities
equipment
- You will ensure maximum equipment efficiency, effectiveness,
and reliability
- Responding to maintenance calls is part of your job, and this
can sometimes mean helping complete a repair that has already been
started
- You will inspect machines, develop repair lists and identify
short-term and long-term repairs so that machines run
correctly
- You will work from task lists when diagnosing machines and
taking corrective actions Professional insight and knowledge of the
operation of our equipment will enable you to understand problems
and take action to resolve issues. Do you have an electrical
certification, maintenance manufacturing experience, technical
school training, or welding experience? If so, you are likely
well-equipped to join the team. We have a robust training program
that can benefit you provided that you have a proven base knowledge
of mechanical maintenance repair (especially with regard to
electrical repair multi-craft repairs). Although it's not required,
many managers prefer that candidates have at least two years'
training experience in mechanical/electrical repair in a
manufacturing environment. Please be sure that you meet the
following minimum requirements for this position:
- You are at least 18 years of age or older
- You will be required to work on weekends and holidays
- Ability to lift 15 to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable
accommodation
- You are able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
with or without a reasonable accommodation
- You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch
for extended periods with or without a reasonable
accommodation
- You are willing and able to work in an environment that has
extreme temperatures, humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and
slippery surfaces Mechanics who are considering applying often ask
us what characteristics our leadership looks for in this important
position. This should give you an idea of what managers are
seeking:
- Customer Service: given our emphasis on mechanical aptitude,
you might be surprised to see customer service listed here, but
remember we interact with all levels of team members on the floor.
It is important that you, and we as a team, treat all team members
with the same level of service as we would our consumers.
- Flexibility: you'll be switching gears, shifting priorities,
and balancing task lists with calls for maintenance repairs.
Flexibility - and keeping your cool - will allow you to both focus
and prioritize your work.
- Self-Starter: you will often find yourself working
unsupervised, so taking ownership of your quality and speed of work
is essential when conducting preventative maintenance or addressing
equipment failure.
- Safety Focused: your attention to company policies and
procedures regarding safety will minimize risks to yourself, your
team, and the quality of our products. Safety is everyone's job at
Frito-Lay. We hope you can imagine yourself on the team. Does this
sound like you? There will be tough days. When we experience
downtime, we are working under pressure to fix equipment. We take
it in stride because we believe, and our Maintenance Mechanics
agree, that the rewards are worth it. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is
an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability /
Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity Our
Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with
criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of
the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws,
including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections
4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance
Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal
Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring
Ordinance. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as
an applicant under the law, please download the available &
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