Machine Repair Technician

Job Description Position Summary: The Machine Repair Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairs, maintenance, fabrication and installation of all types of CNC machines and production equipment.Essential Responsibilities:Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions;Diagnoses electronic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and thermal machinery problems;Dismantles machines and equipment to gain access to problem area;Inspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment or other problems;Removes and replaces worn or defective parts and realigns and adjusts components of machines;Starts machines and equipment to test operation following repair;Procures repair parts and maintains inventory levels according to machinery breakdown histories;Repairs broken parts and performs all repairs in an efficient, safe and timely manner according to company policies;Sets priorities and schedules machine repairs and maintenance according to production/customer demands;Documents repair/preventative maintenance history via ManagerPlus software and database;Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor;Adhere to Employee's responsibilities outlined in Cygnus' Health & Safety Policy.Additional Skills & Responsibilities:High school diploma or equivalent;Associate Degree in EET or MET AND/OR minimum 5 years relevant experience preferred;Possess proficiency with all diagnostic equipment, blueprint reading, electrical/electronic schematic interpretation, and pneumatic and thermal diagram understand;Must possess computer operation and troubleshooting skills;CNC and G code knowledge preferred;Good communication and organization skills;Ability to work well with others;Must be available to work as much overtime as needed;Ability to work in a manufacturing shop environment (including hot, cold and/or noisy areas);Frequent hand to finger, handle, feel objects & tools, walking, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking and hearing;Physically submit to periodic drug tests (employment is contingent upon favorable results)