Maintenance and Reliability Technician

What we're looking for:

• Education: High school diploma required; Associate's degree in a life science or engineering discipline preferred.

• Experience: 3 years applicable direct experience in a similar position.

• Technical School preferred.

How you are:

• Skills in mathematics, personal computers and related applications are vital.
• Interpersonal and communication skills are important.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems required.
• Must be available to work any shift

How you will thrive and create an impact

• Dismantles devices to gain access to and repair defective electrical components.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Initiate purchase orders for parts and machines. Maintain electrical shop cleanliness/organization. Order spare parts as needed.
• Install conduit and run wire/cable to new or existing equipment.
• Must be familiar with the of multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other electrical measurement tools used I the course of troubleshooting industrial equipment.
• Safely perform installation and maintenance of machinery in accordance with NFPA 70, 70E, and 79 standards, in addition to applicable Avantor standards/policies.
• Strong background in troubleshooting equipment. Must be able to use problem-solving skills to determine any problems with equipment, then decide and plan a course of action to resolve the problems.
• Make decisions based on technical documents/prior experience/research while troubleshooting equipment.
• Work with Controls Engineers to design, build, and install electrical enclosures for new or existing equipment. Use of pneumatic rotary tools, power tools, and hand tools are required.
• Knowledgeable regarding standard industrial electric/electronic components, including VFD's electric motors, servo drives, motor starters, relays, PLC controllers, solenoid valves, pneumatic electrical control systems, etc.
• Must be capable of lifting heavy loads, working alone or in a group, interfacing with manufacturing operators, engineers, outside contractors, and outside vendors.
• Maintains building electrical system as well as heating and cooling equipment.
• Performs maintenance or general carpentry on items such as doors, floors, docks, overhead doors, roof downspouts, product racks, materials handling equipment, etc.
• Completes required reports when maintenance tasks are concluded.
• Answers security alarm calls as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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