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CNC and Machine Tool Repair Technician

Salary

$85,000 - $140,000 annually

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Description

We're looking for a CNC and Machine Tool Repair Technician to be the driving force behind the operational readiness of critical industrial machinery at the Portsmouth Shipyard.

As our Onsite Machine Tool Maintenance Specialist at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, you'll take total ownership of the assessment and preventative maintenance process for a range of new and vintage machine tool and production equipment.

Your mission is to continuously evolve these services, ensuring every machine is primed for peak performance before a problem occurs.

By mastering both mechanical and electrical systems, you'll create a culture of safety and precision that keeps our customer's mission moving forward.

In this high-impact role, you'll leverage your deep expertise in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and PLC controls to solve complex technical challenges with increasing speed and accuracy.

You'll provide elite technical oversight, training, and support to customers, raising the bar for the entire maintenance team.

Your ability to diagnose issues and provide expert-level reporting on equipment readiness ensures that production never slows down.

You'll push the boundaries of what's possible by turning every service call into an opportunity to exceed expectations and deliver breakthrough results for the fleet.

Success in this position requires a commitment to perfect communication and powerful professional relationships.

You'll master the digital tools and systems needed to maintain 100% accurate service reports, ensuring every partner has the information they need.

By building elite connections with your fellow Phillips Partners, you'll align your personal breakthroughs with our collective mission to achieve legendary goals.

Responsibilities

  • Assess and perform preventative maintenance on machine tools and production equipment
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems
  • Provide expert-level reporting on equipment readiness
  • Train and support customers
  • Maintain accurate service reports

Requirements

  • 8+ years of machine tool and/or industrial maintenance experience
  • Experience with manual and CNC machines, including lathes, mills, grinders, saws, press brakes, and metrology equipment
  • Strong troubleshooting skills
  • PLC and controls system experience, including reading, troubleshooting, and editing ladder logic
  • US citizenship required

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development

Skills

Required

  • CNC machines
  • machine tool maintenance
  • mechanical troubleshooting
  • electrical troubleshooting
  • PLC controls
  • ladder logic

Nice to have

  • military background
  • experience working in a regulated environment

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://jobs.workable.com/view/uj88JL9u5NxinVUyV8Y7vg/cnc-and-machine-tool-repair-technician-in-portland-at-phillips-corporation

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