Capital Equipment Maintenance Specialist

Job Description

The ideal candidate for a Capital Equipment Maintenance Specialist would be able to do the following:

Preventative & Predictive Maintenance

• Maintain, enhance, and continuously improve PM programs for all production equipment (press brakes, lasers, punch presses, robotic welders, etc.).
• Manage equipment files, manuals, maintenance procedures, parts ordering, parts storage, and inventory at lead-person level.
• Interface with external vendors; understand service contracts and OEM responsibilities.

Troubleshooting & Repair

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment with mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic controls to maximize capital equipment uptime.
• Diagnose root cause of failures using structured problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D); return equipment to OEM condition in a timely manner.
• Install, repair, rebuild, and maintain machinery, small tools, and mechanical equipment used in production and related services.

Project & Engineering Support

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering on new equipment installations, equipment moves, upgrades, and project work requiring maintenance expertise.
• Assist with capital project planning, providing hands-on technical input during commissioning and startup.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete and maintain all required maintenance logs, PM records, and related files to lead-person documentation standards.
• Strictly adhere to all company and departmental safety policies and OSHA/MSD requirements.
• Ensure safe working conditions and good housekeeping standards are upheld at all times.

Qualifications

For a candidate to be successful as a Capital Equipment Maintenance Specialist they must have:

Education

• Associate’s degree in industrial maintenance, Mechatronics, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and verifiable hands-on experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Relevant trade certifications, training courses, and OEM training are a plus.

Experience

• Minimum five years of hands-on maintenance experience in a metal fabrication or high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Experience with laser cutting systems (CO₂ and/or fiber), press brakes, punch turrets, robotic welders, and similar capital equipment or demonstrated ability to learn.
• Experience with PC-based automation platforms including PLCs, DCS, ASI bus networks, and ladder logic programming.
• Proven lubrication principles knowledge and continuous improvement of machine PM programs.

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency with hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, mechanical and electrical drawings, assembly drawings, and associated symbols.
• Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools, metal fabrication equipment, welding/cutting equipment, plumbing and electrical equipment, and precision measuring instruments and meters.
• Advanced shop math: working in all units of measure, fractions, and decimals.
• Basic computer proficiency: Microsoft Word, Excel; CMMS or maintenance software.

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis ability is the greatest daily challenge of the role.
• High degree of independence; able to prioritize and manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Inquisitive mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management: balancing urgent breakdowns with ongoing PM schedules.
• Critical thinking and innovative problem solving.
• Teamwork and adaptability to shifting demands, viewpoints, and customer needs.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication; empathetic and servant-oriented in interactions with internal customers.

Additional Information

We are looking for team-members that exemplify and live our High FIVE values:

• Highest Quality:  Are you detailed-oriented and ensure the accuracy of your work?
• Win together as a Family: Do you exceed expectations by being attentive and going above and beyond?
• Unleash the Innovative Spirit: Are you passionate about finding solutions to streamline and enhance the way you and your peers work?
• Be a Helpful Voice: Are you a positive person who wants to make an impact on others?
• Every Individual Makes an Impact: Are you a go-getter who takes initiative and pride in your work?

If you share our values, we want you to be a part of our Alto-Shaam family!