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Maintenance Technician Lead
Redwood Materials
McCarran, NV, USA
Posted on Jan 15, 2025
About Redwood Materials
Redwood Materials was founded in 2017 to create a circular supply chain for electric vehicles and clean energy products, making them more sustainable and driving down the cost for batteries. We’re doing this by developing and deploying new technologies to increase the scope and scale of recycled and sustainable materials in the global battery supply chain.
Lead Maintenance Technician
As the Lead Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for taking the lead in the maintenance and repair of all electromechanical equipment within our facility. You will lead a team of skilled technicians and ensure that the equipment operates efficiently, safely, and reliably to meet production demands.
Responsibilities will include:
- Lead and mentor a team of electromechanical maintenance technicians.
- Schedule and assign tasks to team members, ensuring that work is completed on time and to the required standards.
- Offer technical guidance and coaching to maintenance team members. Reinforce performance standards. Work with the Maintenance Site Manager to assist if needed with disciplinary measures and coaching when necessary.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans to minimize equipment downtime.
- Perform routine inspections to identify potential issues and address them proactively.
- Coordinate and oversee the repair and replacement of electromechanical components as needed.
- Diagnose complex electromechanical issues and implement effective solutions.
- Ensure that emergency repairs are carried out promptly to minimize production disruptions.
- Enforce safety protocols and ensure that all maintenance activities comply with relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Participate in safety audits and investigations and implement corrective actions as necessary.
Desired Qualifications:
- Has been with Redwood Materials for a minimum of 1 year and must currently be in a Lead role for internal applicants.
- Has technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Must have proven experience as a Lead or Supervisor in a Maintenance role.
- Six plus years of maintenance experience and or Trade Experience (Journeyman Electrician, Plumber, Pipe Fitter).
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Excellent work ethic, attention to detail and positive attitude during challenging times.
- Strong experience in heavy commercial equipment (Mills, Crushers, Conveyers, Pump Rebuilds, Rotary Airlock troubleshooting/replacement, Rigging, Machine Installation, Electronic Troubleshooting, Machine Alignments, etc.._)
- Solid technical aptitude with a background in troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and process improvement.
- Ability to disassemble and reassemble complex mechanical systems.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in using maintenance software and computer skills.
- Experience in troubleshooting AC and DC electrical systems, as well as experience with motion control, motors, pneumatics, sensors, and PLCs (Allen Bradley). Experience in Fabrication and Welding.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Comprehensive knowledge of performing maintenance tasks with a strong emphasis on safety. Ensure that all work is carried out in strict adherence to relevant Safety Regulations (such as OSHA, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space protocols, etc.).
- Proficiency in using maintenance software and computer skills.
- A Passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!
Shift: C (Thurs - Sat and every other Wed) 6am to 6pm
The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
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