Palm Harbor Homes

Overview

The Maintenance Associate repairs, installs, and maintains machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in commercial or industrial establishments, following specifications, blueprints, manuals, and schematic drawings. They perform maintenance duties themselves or contract service providers and carry out preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test machinery and equipment using electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunctions and discuss operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers.
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts using precision measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery using rags, brushes, and grease guns.
• Repair and maintain the physical structure of the establishment.
• May operate cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• May fabricate and repair counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures.
• Assess procedures and make recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Relevant licenses and certificates may be required.
• Courses in mechanical drawing, woodworking, electricity, and blueprint reading would be advantageous.
• Repair work experience.
• Physical strength and good hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent customer service and negotiation skills.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license.
• Must maintain a clean and insurable driving record throughout employment.