Service Technician Jobs in Birmingham, AL

* COMPANY PAID BENEFITS * PROFIT SHARING * ANNUAL BONUS * 401k * PAID TIME OFF *

SLS is a specialized company that provides world class engineered products and services both domestic and international. We are focused on investing in our employees professional development and growth as we continue to expand our operations.

Compensation: From $22.50 per hour. Relevant experience can increase starting wages. Potential for two (2) increases in pay within 1st year of employment. Increases are dependent on performance, attendance, and conduct.

POSITION SUMMARY:

*This position is 3rd shift (6PM-6AM) working 4 days on then 4 days off.*

Responsible for maintaining lubrication systems on industrialized equipment

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain automatic lubrication systems on the plant facility's equipment.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Comply with D.O.T. and OSHA safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 60 pounds consistently with heavier weight necessary at times.
• Operate forklift, drive service trucks and drive a lubricant delivery pump truck

ABILITY TO:

• Work dedicated night shift
• Diagnose problems and make repairs in the field on a 24-hour basis.
• Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work extended hours out of doors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Work at heights and confined spaces.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, including manufacturers’ service specifications.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires a high school diploma/GED
• 1+ years of mechanical experience
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently
• Valid Driver’s License (must be 21 years old to meet insurance requirement for company vehicles)

• Clean Driving Record

Pay: From $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person