Maintenance Technician

At Techo-Bloc, we aren’t just paving patios – we’re paving the way for great careers! Founded on a culture of innovation, we manufacture landscaping products focused on design, durability and flair. Our growing team is seeking passionate people, ready to make an impact.

Why Work for Us?

Techo-Bloc offers its valued associates a competitive salary, paid time off and a comprehensive benefits package. Here are a few of our perks:

• Medical Benefits
• Vision
• Dental
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Discount on Products
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Complete uniform provided after 3 months.
• Training & Development
• Weekly Pay!!!

The People

Our people are the best part of the job.

The Rock Island team is an industrious group, who thrive together when challenged. Passionate about their craft, these folks take pride in the Artscape of their work and the Techo-Bloc brand. This crew values a ‘can do’ attitude and is quick to embrace those eager to learn.

Intrigued? Come grow with us.

Location: Rock Island, IL

M-F 1st Shift 

Pay: Up to $40/hr depending on experience 
 

Position: 

Techo Bloc is on the hunt for their next industrial maintenance technician (electro-mechanic).  Our technicians are highly proficient in electrical maintenance, troubleshooting and welding.   

Duties/Responsibilities: 

Here is a snapshot of your day-to-day: 

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace mechanical components such as motors, gear boxes, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and screws. 
• Repair/troubleshoot hydraulic cylinders, valves, solenoids and pumps 
• Identify and make hydraulic hoses as needed 
• Advanced welding and fabrication skills.  Must perform welding in various positions, locations and weld various types of joints 
• Ability to properly operate band saws, torch, drill presses, grinders and other shop tools 
• Performs installation of new equipment.  Aligns machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs. 
• Troubleshoot using electrical schematics and multimeter/megger to diagnose electrical issues 
• Properly size components and cabling for new electrical systems 
• Reads and understands wiring diagrams to trace electrical circuits; IO’s, OL’s, contactors, relays, break resisters and various other electrical components  
• Familiar with troubleshooting/set up of VFD drives; SEW drives, Siemen, Lenze, Allen Bradley, AB 
• Familiar with interference fits and bearing heaters  
• Start or jog equipment to perform maintenance tasks 
• Test malfunctioning machinery, identify parts needed and complete repairs 
• Repair, install and dismantle machinery and equipment according to plans which involves working at heights, climbing ladders and using mobile equipment (cranes, forklift, scissor lift, etc.). 
• Document and perform all preventative maintenance tasks as required to maintain equipment dependability. 
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities:  

• 2 + years’ experience working in Electromechanics, Industrial Maintenance or relevant field. 
• Proficient with use of power tools, measuring devices, lathe and/or milling machinery 
• Previous experience using bearing heaters, interference fits, and/or removing gear boxes or seized bearings/shafts 
• Previous experience with stick and MIG welding. 
• Will need to fabricate projects as well as make welding repairs 
• Proficient Electrical skills  
• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical components; IOs, OLs, contactors, relays, break resisters and various other electrical components 
• Read and comprehend schematics and diagrams. 
• Experience with 480vAC, 120vAC, 24vDC, and 4-20mA systems 
• Able to use multi-meter, megger, and other test equipment 
• Maintain, install, troubleshoot VFDs, programmable sensors, SCADA, HMI, and PLCs.  
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes 
• Collaborative; Works in the spirit of partnership. 

Education and Experience: 

• Electrical certificates or equivalent experience (preferred)  

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Must be able to closely inspect and continually monitor all machines in the production process.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move throughout the facility. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms talk or hear and smell. The employee is occasionally required to remain stationary; ascend and descend steps and ladders; and position self in tight spaces.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Other duties: 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.