Pioneer Metal Finishing is the leading surface engineering company in North America. For 75 years, we’ve delivered consistent, quality metal finishing solutions for mission-critical applications. Our advanced surface modification technologies and scalable execution improve the performance of mission-critical products and enhance brand value for companies in the healthcare, automotive, and industrial markets. We encourage you to learn more about opportunities with Pioneer Metal Finishing and join our team today!

Job duties and responsibilities

The Maintenance & Facilities Technician will be responsible, under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, for the day-to-day maintenance of the production facility.  Essential duties include but are not limited to:

1. Maintaining electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems associated with our day-to-day electroplating operations.
2. Operation of wastewater treatment system and hazardous waste streams.
3. Reading and understanding electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics.
4. Fabricating using lathes, mills, and welders (metal and plastics welding)
5. Able to be certified to use supplied air respirators for tank cleaning operations.
6. Learn and understand basic electroplating principles and concepts.
7. Operate industrial fork trucks and pallet jacks.
8. Follow and understand safety procedures related to lockout/tag out and power source isolation.
9. Be able to lift 75lbs. on occasion and be able to handle being on your feet, on concrete floors, majority of the day.
10. Read micrometers, thickness gages and profilometers.
11. Complete any tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
12. Cleaning up work areas and machines after completion of work duties.
13. Transport hazardous waste from plating operations to appropriate locations.

Job Requirements

The maintenance & facilities technician must maintain a professional and courteous manner with co-workers, visitors, outside vendors, and contractors.  Maintenance & facilities technician must have the necessary knowledge to effectively complete tasks outlined above.  One must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions and be able to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.  Technician must be able to work overtime when needed.

Education/Qualifications

• 2 year of post graduate training in the maintenance field or equivalent on the job experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• HVAC, Electrical, Hydraulic and Pneumatic knowledge a plus.
• Welding including Mig, Tig and arc.
• Machining using a mill and lathe.
• Reading and using electrical test equipment.

Physical/Environmental/Chemical Hazards

• Sharp parts, sharp tooling, heaving carts, seasonal high temperature and humidity levels, working at heights, moderate noise levels, limited hand and air tool use, compressed air (must use hearing protection).
• Must be able to wear respiratory protection when required.
• Potential splash exposure near process lines.
• Various chemicals used in process.

We offer the following benefits to All Employees immediately upon hire:

• Next-Day Pay: Don’t wait for payday; access your daily pay the next day!
• Quarterly Incentive Program: Paid based on hours worked and business results
• Paid company holidays
• Shift Differentials for 2^nd and 3^rd shift
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On-the-Job Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Rewards program
• Fun Recognition Events and more!

Full-Time Employees (30 + hours per week) may participate in the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1^stof the month, following your start date)
• Paid Time Off: 80 Hours earned your first year
• Company funded Health Reimbursement or a Health Savings Account up to $3,000
• 401(k) plan 
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase: life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits