Job details

Who We Are

Thompson Pipe Group is a privately held family business of engineers, contractors, and manufacturers based in Rialto, California. From the humble beginnings, we built a family of products to meet the needs of all kinds of infrastructure. Each generation of products is better than the previous.

Thompson Pipe Group is now the largest and most diverse drainage, sanitary, pressure and trench-less pipe provider, with manufacturing locations across the country and serving not just the US, but all of North America. Please visit our website at www.thompsonpipegroup.com

Work schedule-
Mon-Fri- Day Shift (10-12 hours/day)- overtime when needed; Some weekends required.

Thompson Pipe Group is currently looking for a Maintenance Technician
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment , including, but not limited to, programmable controls, power supplies, drives, gauges, gas-fired boilers and scales
• Plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, local and national codes and properties of various materials
• Install, start up and shut down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA standards and guidelines.
• Advise operators and of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
• Inform appropriate management and line operators of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers
• Have a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and
• Have working knowledge of troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and AC/DC motor
• Can install, diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of production and building Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.
• Repair electrical components such as transformers, wiring and electrical/electronic equipment
• Adjust to and follow new procedures and innovations, which would add to overall efficiency and safety

Qualifications:

• Must have hands-on experience working on, troubleshooting and repairing 3-phase electrical distribution and control systems up to 480VAC, including breaker panels, disconnects, conduit runs, lighting and motor control centers
• Must have working knowledge and understanding of relay control logic and components, including control transformers, relays, contactors, fuses and motor protection circuits
• Must have prior experience operating aerial work platforms and forklifts
• 5 years support and troubleshooting experience with PLC equipment (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Omron)
• 2 years' experience programming PLC ladder logic within the last 5 years
• Can read and draw machine electrical schematics
• 5 years' experience with Variable Frequency Drives
• 5 years' experience with automated machines and an expert understanding of all related devices including, but not limited to, AC/DC Drives, prox sensors, photo eyes and transducers

• Industrial maintenance: 3 years (Required)

  • mechanical maintenance: 3 years (Required)
  • AC/DC: 3 years (Required)
  • high/low voltage: 3 years (Required)
• Working knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook
• Have math aptitude for measurements, calibrations and comprehension of a variety of testing and diagnostic equipment
• Be available for emergency service during off hours
• Bilingual English/Spanish would be helpful but not required
• Military experience preferred but not required
• Have compliment of tools necessary for high level maintenance tasks

• Have good mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic aptitude
• Can work well with others and provide positive leadership
• Have a desire to participate in the overall effort to keep all operations running smoothly and cleanly
• Must be able to follow all safety procedures
• US Work Authorization required

Requirements:

• Pass the drug test
• Pass technical assessment addressing job-critical maintenance knowledge areas
• Experience with mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings).
• Experience with product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs).
• Experience with troubleshooting electrical and mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns).
• Experience with reading mechanical drawings (e., hydraulics, pneumatics).

Salary

From $22.75 to $24.00 depending on experience

Benefits

What We Offer

Top-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

• Life and Supplement Life
• Paid Holidays
• Fun Events
• Training and Development
• Employee Discounts
• 401(k}
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
  

• South Beloit, IL 61080: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)