Maintenance Technician
At Kimoto Tech Inc., you'll be part of a team responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of commercial and industrial electrical and electronic equipment used in manufacturing and production operations. This role supports safe, efficient, and reliable plant performance by ensuring equipment is installed correctly, functioning optimally, and repaired promptly when issues arise.
**Responsibilities**
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic equipment, including control panels, drives, PLC-based systems, sensors, instrumentation, and related components.
- Perform routine preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
- Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment documentation to plan and repairs or modifications.
- Install, configure, and commission new equipment and systems, ensuring proper integration with existing production lines and controls.
- Use test instruments such as multi-meters, signal generators, and specialized diagnostic tools to identify faults and verify proper operation.
- Inspect equipment for safety, wear, and compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements; recommend corrective actions and improvements.
- Work closely with maintenance, production, engineering, and safety teams to plan repairs, schedule outages, and support continuous improvement projects.
- Document maintenance activities, repair history, parts usage, and equipment changes in the company's maintenance management system.
- Assist in root-cause analysis of recurring equipment failures and participate in implementing corrective and preventive measures.
- Support upgrades and retrofits to control systems, automation hardware, and instrumentation to improve reliability, performance, and safety.
- Maintain a clean, organized work environment and ensure tools, test equipment, and spare parts are properly cared for and stored.
- Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout, electrical safety practices, and proper use of PPE.
**Qualifications**
- Strong knowledge of electrical and electronic principles, including AC/DC power, motors, drives, control circuits, and basic industrial automation.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment in a manufacturing or similar environment.
- Proficiency with common electrical test equipment and diagnostic tools.
- Understanding of industrial safety standards and practices related to electrical work and machinery.
- Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for documentation, parts tracking, and maintenance planning.
**Work Environment**
- Plant-based role involving work around operating machinery, electrical panels, and production equipment.
- Requires standing, walking, climbing, and occasional lifting of components and tools.
- May involve working in hot, cold, or noisy environments and responding to urgent maintenance needs.
- Work may include off-shift or weekend coverage as needed to support production schedules.
