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Overview

AMETEK Specialty Metal Products (SMP) Wallingford is a US-based pioneer in the manufacturer of High Purity Metal Strip, Specialty Shaped Wire, Engineered Shaped Components and Thermal Management Materials. With more than 50 years of experience, AMETEK SMP Wallingford has numerous patents in technically advanced metallurgical materials and is a global leader in High Purity Materials via Wrought Powder Metallurgy.

AMETEK is seeking a Maintenance Technician/Electrician who performs maintenance on production equipment and facilities. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager at the Wallingford CT facility. This role may be on the first shift or the second shift. The pay range: $35/hr-$38/hr depending on experience (+ $1.25 shift differential).

Essential Duties

• Maintains and repairs all mechanical equipment in facility.
• Inspects, repairs and performs overhauls on mechanical drives/motors, motors, pneumatic and hydraulic components, motor control center devices, and conveyor systems.
• Performs basic machine shop duties such as grinding, drilling, metal fabrication, welding and machining.
• Conducts basic installation, maintenance, and modification on equipment and control systems.
• Performs troubleshooting and repair of motor control centers, electro-mechanical drives and sub-electrical panels using volt-ohm-amp meters.
• Available for rotating on call duty during weekends to address emergencies.
• Conducting electrical repairs using 3 phase electricity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Skilled in the use of tools, machines and testing instruments used in the repair and overhaul of plant equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the basic operating principles of electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic/vacuum systems and components.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions and inspection techniques of repairing and operating equipment in a food-manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blue prints, technical sketches, manuals, and schematics in repair and overhaul of equipment and facilities.
• Ability and willingness to use knowledge, creativity, and initiative in continuously improving bottom line results.
• Ability and willingness to further develop skills and ability through formal education and practical internal and external training programs.
• Elementary understanding of basic electrical maintenance with PLC and repair.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• 2+ years experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment preferably in a steel processing environment.
• 3+ experience in electrical work in an heavy industrial or heavy manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to work around and on industrial equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, scissor lift, front-end loader, payloader).
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs and ladders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must be willing to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: Employee Type: Hourly

Salary Minimum: $70,000

Salary Maximum: $80,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

About AMETEK

For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here. AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion. AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We employ 21,000 colleagues in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of nationality, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability or other reason should call 1 (866) 263-8359.