Maintenance Tech Specialist - Pipefitter

Maintenance Technician Specialist - Pipe-fitterWieland is hiring a Maintenance Technician Specialist - Pipe-fitter. The responsibility of the Maintenance Technician Specialist - Pipe-fitter is to handle hydraulic/combustion repairs and perform quality repairs and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will be competent in performing equipment repairs to varied mechanical and fluids systems including changing problem components and performing preventive maintenance on these systems. This position will be located at our East Alton, IL facility.Starting Pay: $44.67/hourPay Schedule: Bi-WeeklyWork Schedule: Swing Shift (1st, 2nd & 3rd on rotating weeks)ResponsibilitiesMaintenance Technician Specialist - Pipe-fitter Responsibilities:Work together with and/or leads the operating crew to minimize downtime and to maximize productivityResponsible for making the complicated decisions on how a hydraulic/combustion repair is to proceed and perform quality repairs the first timeResponsible for leading the completion of more complicated and specialized fluids troubleshooting and repair tasksWork with the production team for constant improvementPerform administrative duties as assigned including completion of work order documentation and data entry into the computerized maintenance systemQualificationsMaintenance Technician Specialist - Pipe-fitter Qualifications:Minimum of five years heavy industrial/maintenance experience or a four year apprenticeship certification requiredExperience with hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and combustion systems is requiredExperience with mounting and setting equipment (rigging experienced desired), repairing mechanical transmission equipment, repairing fluid power systems, general equipment breakdown maintenance, and heavy equipment experience is considered a plusExperience with fabricating of light gauge guarding and repair of metal products using Mig Welders, Tig Welders, Arc Welding, or Stick Welding is considered a plusUnderstanding of infrared, acoustics and other predictive maintenance practices is considered a plusMust be able to work swing shift and overtime as requiredJoining Wieland's team gives youBenefits - Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!Sustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.