Maintenance Tradesperson Sr

The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe.  We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

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Position Summary

Responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, installing, and maintaining facility equipment and production machinery. Uses blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to diagnose issues and make accurate print changes when equipment modifications are required. Supports manufacturing operations by ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and training others on maintenance processes and best practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Make accurate print changes when modifications are made to facility equipment and production machinery.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Disassemble machinery, identify root causes of failures, and perform repairs.
• Requisition replacement parts and equipment necessary to complete repairs.
• Repair or replace defective mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.
• Adjust, clean, lubricate, and inspect equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Install, align, assemble, and repair new and existing equipment.
• Troubleshoot facility equipment and production machines throughout all areas of the facility.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PMs) on production and facility equipment.
• Train and mentor others on equipment preventative maintenance, pipe fitting, welding, light machining, electrical systems, and mechanical repairs.
• Repair and maintain facility systems including lighting, plumbing, HVAC, plating equipment, heat treat equipment, and related infrastructure.
• Inspect, repair, install, modify, and maintain electrical and electronic systems, circuits, and equipment.
• Apply appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair metal and other weldable materials according to work orders, blueprints, sketches, or charts.
• Manage daily maintenance requests and prioritize work orders, preventative maintenance activities, and equipment breakdowns.
• Utilize the site's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document and manage maintenance activities.
• Work collaboratively with associates at all levels of the organization to support manufacturing operations.
• Audit and enforce safety standards, procedures, and policies established by the company, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of maintenance experience in a related field.
• Proof of successful completion of a four-year training program in a related field, or the ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills through required skill assessments.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience training and developing others in maintenance processes and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and equipment reliability practices.
• Proficiency in pipe fitting, welding, light machining, equipment installation, and alignment.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and specialized testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and enforcing safety standards.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

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Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran