Maintenance Technician

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Air line installation – Run new air lines for machinery, replace filters, valves etc.
• Basic plumbing repairs – Replace toilet fixtures, sinks, etc, sweat joints and clean back-ups as required.
• Basic hydraulic repairs – Rebuild pallet jacks, repair hose leaks, maintain equipment fluid levels.
• Building maintenance – Snow removal, ground maintenance.
• Basic carpentry – Door/window repair, wall hangings etc.
• Mechanical assemblies – Relocation of storage racks/shelves and assemble carts etc.
• Painting – painting of grounds.
• Machine maintenance – Annual maintenance of manufacturing equipment (oil/oil filter replacement, blade rotations, etc.).
• General equipment cleaning – Power washing of equipment as required.
• In performing assigned duties, frequently lifts / moves up to and including 75 lbs.  Standing, walking, bending, crouching, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and climbing are all required motions of the job.
• May be required to complete DOT physical on an annual basis to be able to operate company vehicles.
• Performs all work in a safe manner, to include proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Broad based knowledge of machinery, both mechanical and electrical.
  • Mechanical experience with CNC punch, laser, and press brake machines. 
• Willing to attend courses and seminars in as required.
• Able to work flexible hours when needed.
• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry skills, as well as the desire to develop or improve skills as required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to be a self starter.  Must be able to relate to and communicate with individuals at all levels in a professional and ethical manner.
• Must have the ability to control a large number of activities in a dynamic environment without sacrificing goals.

Additional Requirements:

• Our Warwick, RI facility is an ITAR controlled site. All candidates must be a “US Person” as defined by 22 https://C.F.R. https://120.15.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • At nVent, we connect and protect a more sustainable and electrified world with inventive electrical solutions. We’re a nearly $3 billion high-performance electrical company with a dedicated team of 10,000+ people at more than 130 sites around the world. Our solutions deliver value to industrial, commercial, residential, energy and infrastructure customers, providing mission critical solutions that improve performance, lower costs and reduce downtime.
  • We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions that connect and protect mission critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, RAYCHEM, SCHROFF and TRACER.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable
  • Dedicated to absolute integrity
  • Focused on the customer first
  • Respectful and team oriented
  • Optimistic and energizing
  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing support to production operations, including mechanical maintenance and grounds services of the buildings at the Warwick, RI, facility.