Preventive Maintenance Technician
Continental
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services.
Join the New Braunfels, TX team for the exciting journey of a new facility start-up (Greenfield). The $110 million facility will manufacture Advanced Driver Assistance Systems for automated and assisted driving.
**Core Responsibilities:**
+ Understand the importance of preventative maintenance
+ Possess good problem-solving skills, with ability to troubleshoot complex machines, and investigate malfunctions to root cause
+ Use schematics, machine specifications, manuals and standard operating procedures to determine tasks to be performed
+ Ability to mentor, and train operations personnel in proper machine maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques
+ Support efforts to meet line product DPMO, OEE, and Scrap goals and equipment MTBF goals
+ Be proactive and promote teamwork between the technicians and production operators
+ Interface; (support, assist, negotiate, consult) with: Engineers, peers, operators, supervision and management
+ Understands and complies with all procedures pertaining to a given work environment; provide suggestions for improvements
**Monday through Friday**
**8:00am to 5:00pm**
**Why work work with us?**
+ 6% 401k Match (100% Vested Day 1)
+ 112 Hours Holiday Time Off Per year
+ 136 Hours PTO Per year
+ IMMEDIATE Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
+ Education Reimbursement
+ $400 Fitness Reimbursement Program (Pro-rated based upon start date)
+ Disability (STD, LTD) (effective at 90 days of employment)
+ AC Climate Controlled work areas
+ Personal Protective Equipment Provided
+ Technical Skill Development
+ Cross Training Development
+ 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
**Basic Qualifications:**
• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-2+ years repair or maintenance experience
• Good hand/eye/foot coordination required
• Ability to speak, read and write in English
**Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.**
**Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.**
**Preferred Qualifications:**
• Associates Degree
• 3+ years repair or maintenance experience
• Familiarity with basic hand tools (wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, etc.)
• Familiarity with basic metrology (multi-meter, digital calipers, feeler gauges, etc.)
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**
• Required to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted
• Must be able to stand for periods up to 10+ hours
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, twist, turn, stoop, walk, and stand for 10+ hours
• Able to work inside or outside in variable weather conditions
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs with physical ease and without fear
• Ability to bend at waist and perform repetitive foot and hand action
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**EEO-Statement:**
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.
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