Maintenance Technician - 1st shift
Requisition ID: 35966
Job Location(s):
Ames, IA, US
Job Description
Danfoss has an opening for a 1st shift Industrial Maintenance Technician. The hours for this position are Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm with the potential for overtime. This position provides support to Plant Operations in installing, repairing and maintaining Production equipment throughout the Plant under instruction or with the assistance of the Maintenance Technician II.
Employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment which include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, annual bonus program, paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, a great working environment including 100% climate-controlled facility and much more! Danfoss offers 3 weeks paid PTO accrued over each bi-weekly paycheck plus 13 paid holidays including annual paid shutdown week between Christmas and New Year’s. We pride ourselves on growing our human potential and encourage career growth within our facilities.
Job Responsibilities
•Troubleshooting electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical systems to the faulty component under the instruction of the Maintenance Technician II.
•Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using volt meter, Megger and other test equipment under the instruction of the Maintenance Technician II.
•Analyze test results, machine error messages, and information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
•Repair and Maintain Fanuc/ABB Robotics and CNC Machines, including Mazak/Makino Machining Centers under instruction of the Maintenance Technician II.
•Familiar with fieldbuses (Profinet/Profibus/EIP/DeviceNet) to include extended I/O troubleshooting, replacing faulty modules and field components under the instruction of the Maintenance Technician II.
•Install and maintain hydraulic circuits in Industrial equipment, including hoses, relief valves, proportional valves and other hydraulic components under the instruction of the Maintenance Technician II.
•Repair and maintain the operating condition of all industrial production equipment, including Test Stands and devices used to move, lift or convey product under the instruction of the Maintenance Technician II.
•Automation troubleshooting to include; A/C and DC Motors, Motor Starters and VFDs under the instruction of the Maintenance Technician II.
•Repair Inventory and Quality Control Systems such as Visual recognition, RF ID and dot matrix printer hardware under the instruction of the Maintenance Technician II.
•This list is not inclusive of all tasks, all other tasks as instructed by the Team Leader.
•Follow all Safety Rules, including PPE, NFPA-70, NEC and OSHA.
•This list is not inclusive of all tasks, all other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader
Background & Skills
At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.
The ideal candidate possesses these skills:
•Requires High School diploma or equivalent, Associate’s degree preferred.
•2 years hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical, hydraulic and electrical or electronic systems a plus but not required.
•Ability to read and interpret electronic/ hydraulic drawings, schematics and engineering blueprints to determine problem root causes and implement corrective action a plus but not required.
•Ability to read precision measuring instruments such as Micrometers, Calipers, Indicators, Levels, and Lasers a plus.
•Strong Computer skills are a plus
•A Team player that’s able to work overtime as needed and willing to learn.
Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
•Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
•State of the art virtual work environment
•Employee Referral Program
This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Danfoss - Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
Nearest Major Market: Ames
Nearest Secondary Market: Des Moines