Maintenance Tech Lead

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. 

Sika has offices in over 103 countries with over 400 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,000 employees worldwide. With annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.

We are seeking a dynamic and results driven Maintenance Tech Lead, to join our Fernley Nevada Insulation Team.  The Maintenance Tech Lead will coordinate work done by the Maintenance department subordinates based on work order Items. While performing preventative and repair maintenance for all mechanical equipment, will work with the Plant Manager and Plant Engineer to provide technical expertise on various issues.

• Must possess good communication and supervising skills.
• Complete and assign tasks described in the Work Order List based on their priority. 
• Perform all mechanically related work associated with the plant and facilities operation, repair of equipment, preventative maintenance, and fabrication of new equipment or modification of existing equipment.  The type of equipment involved includes pumps, valves, conveyors, saws, dust collectors, heating and ventilation equipment, vehicles (forklifts, diesel truck, pickup), process piping, heat exchangers, many bearing surfaces, gears, hydraulic and pneumatic powered equipment, etc.  Some light carpentry is occasionally required.
• Be capable of reading technical service manuals, blueprints and interpreting hydraulic schematics.
• Follow the Work Order List unless tasks become apparent to maintain production integrity.
• Assist others elsewhere as needed.
• Assist in inventory of spare parts and other stockroom functions.  Be familiar with the use of the computer keyboard and terminal as computer stock control is implemented.
• Perform miscellaneous electrical tasks as necessary
• Must provide own hand tools and maintain a good driving record.
• Capable of mechanical work required as needed for refuse truck, fork truck and company pickup truck repairs and maintenance.

• High School Degree
• 5 + years of experience industrial mechanical experience in a production environment
• Prior forklift certification a plus
• Familiarity with environmental, health & safety regulations
• Must possess good mechanical aptitude and be able to analyze and troubleshoot problems.
• Knowledge of pneumatic cylinders and controls. Extrusion and sheet line experience a plus
• Ability to team with production management to achieve common goals
• Develop a strong team between maintenance/engineering and production
• Excellent organizational capabilities with good record keeping skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multi-task in a fast -paced environment

Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance available day one, 401k with 5% company match, bonuses, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and educational assistance. 

Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day. 

Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career. 

Community Involvement:  Sika Corporation takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.

Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability. 

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.