Maintenance Technician (B101) - Bosch Group

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 402,000 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2017). The company generated sales of $88.2 billion in 2017. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.

As part of the Mobilitity Solutions division, the Florence KY plant is one of the world's leading automotive steering supplier locations. Robert Bosch Automotive Steering LLC is growing in the market and continues to innovate and develop new products to meet customer needs.

• 3rd Shift - Monday - Friday 2200 - 0600 (Candidate should be prepared to train on 1st Shift)
• Troubleshoot, conduct preventative maintenance, and improve electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems,
• Maintain precision alignment and repeatability of robotic systems.
• Operate all equipment in the machine shop, including. Lathes, grinders, saws, forklifts, lifting devices, etc., including related welding equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance requirements such as filter and oil changes, fill grease units, top off oil levels, precision cleaning of equipment, and take oil samples to process for evaluations.
• Troubleshoot electronic problems with actuators and sensors for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic functions.
• Operate and use equipment such as multi-meter, oscilloscope, amp gauges, watt meters, Siemens PG units, and computers.
• Develop PLC program improvements and changes as required.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge and use of hand tools, machine tools, troubleshooting equipment, measuring tools, and leveling devices.
• Working knowledge of servo-hydraulic mechanical, pneumatic, and robotic systems.
• Knowledge and experience in blueprint reading, understanding of metrics and electrical schematics, standards in industrial electricity equipment, and electrical safety rules.
• Understanding of electrical switch devices in relationship to a PLC controller.
• Working knowledge of programming in PLC language, i.e., (LAD) ladder diagram, (CSF) control system flowchart, (STL) statement list.
• Understand AC/DC circuits, motor wiring, electrical and safety codes for machine wiring, disconnects, fusing, wire sizing, PLC control wiring interface with other electrical devices and sensors as the a.m. systems.
• Understand board-level electronics and how they control, i.e., robotic, speed control, positioning, servo valves, and test equipment.
• Understanding and working knowledge of hydraulic pumps, directional control valves, proportional valves, servo valves, oil flow and pressure controls, filtering, electro-pneumatics, and specific equipment safety rules.
• Willing to be trained on programming of Siemens control units, incl. “Transline 2000” and other basic training related to a manufacturing environment

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavaiable.

In addition to competitive wages, all employees of Bosch Automotive are eligible for the following:

• Time Away from Work (TAW) Program: 
  • Nine (9) paid company-designated holidays,
  • Sixteen (16) days of PTO 
  • Five (5) personal absence allowance (PAA) days to be used for sick-related purposes 
  • Eligibility to purchase an additional five (5) days of PTO 
• Full Medical Package - Medical, Dental, Vision (EFFECTIVE DAY 1)
• 401k with Company Match
• Continuing Education Opportunities (KY FAME, Tuition Reimbursement)
• Strong Employee Development Opportunities

Robert Bosch Automotive Steering, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only.  Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.