Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.

Machinery Technician

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.  •  Lithia Springs, GA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Overview

NDS, part of the Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) family of companies, is a leading provider of stormwater, irrigation, and flow management solutions. Since 1972, NDS has helped protect and enhance properties through innovative water management products and trusted customer support. Together with ADS, we are committed to preserving water for future generations while delivering sustainable solutions for residential, commercial, infrastructure, and agricultural applications.

Responsibilities

The Machinery Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial machinery and support systems. This role ensures optimal performance of production equipment through preventive maintenance, installation, and repair activities, while adhering to safety standards and company guidelines.

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot, test, repair, and service electrical, hydraulic, electronic, pneumatic, chilled water, and material handling systems, as well as other production support equipment.• Perform preventive maintenance on all production equipment per written PM instructions.• Install machinery under the guidance of the Plant Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor, and Machinery Lead Technician.• Fabricate and install safety devices, access platforms, water systems, and electrical services.• Rig, install, and test injection molding machinery and related support equipment.• Train others on specific tasks as needed.• Work under general supervision with latitude for creativity, initiative, and independent judgment.• Follow established guidelines and instructions to ensure safe and efficient operations.• Perform related duties as assigned

Position Requirements:• High school diploma or equivalent required.• Trade school or two-year college degree in industrial mechanics required.• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in an industrial setting.• Formal training in industrial mechanics required.• Specialized training in maintenance crafts highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:• Strong knowledge of industrial machinery mechanics, electricity, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, and pipefitting.• Skilled in solvent welding of PVC pipe and fittings, metal cutting, welding, brazing, rigging, and safety procedures.• Qualified to work on electrical systems up to 480 volts per NDS-defined procedures.• Familiarity with safe operation of hand tools, power tools, and industrial maintenance equipment.• Certified forklift operator.• Clean DMV record.

Work Conditions:

  • Ability to stand, stretch, bend, walk, lift, and transport up to 50 lbs.• Ability to climb stairs and silo ladders up to 40 feet.• Exposure to oils, lubricants, chemicals, cleaning agents, paint, welding fumes, and high noise levels.• Non-smoking environment.• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).• Standard schedule: 40 hours per week (may include overtime and weekends).

Additional Requirements:

  • Must provide standard hand tools and toolbox (see attached Tool List).• Must wear steel-toed protective footwear during all work hours.• Must wear company-provided eye and hearing protection.• Must adhere to all company safety rules and proactively protect self, coworkers, and company assets.

Company Benefits

NDS offers excellent benefits options as part of the total compensation package with a suite of options covering Life, Medical, Dental, and Vision as well as a 401k Retirement Plans.

EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.

About Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.

Headquartered in Hilliard Ohio, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc (ADS) is the leading manufacturer of high performance thermoplastic corrugated pipe, providing a comprehensive suite of water management products and drainage solutions. Our innovative products and superior drainage solutions are used across a broad range of end markets and applications, including residential, non-residential, agriculture and infrastructure applications. We have established a leading position in many of these end markets by leveraging our national sales and distribution platform, overall product breadth and scale, and our manufacturing excellence. Founded in 1966, we operate a global network of over 5,000 employees, 63 manufacturing plants and 33 distribution centers. In July 2014 we became a public company traded on the NYSE®. To enable our continued growth, we are looking to add top talent to our dynamic organization.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Hilliard, Ohio
Year Founded
1966
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