Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following activities.   Some duties may be optional on an individual basis.   If there is a question about responsibilities or authorities, resolve the issue with the Director of Maintenance.

a)      The Mechanic 1 Technician will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor in the facility for which they are assigned.   For emergency manufacturing and maintenance support, the Mechanic 1 Technician may receive direction from the director of maintenance, reliability engineer, production manager or plant manager(s).

b)      The Mechanic 1 Technician will respond to breakdown calls as directed by the maintenance supervisor and will work independently and under the instruction of the reliability engineer.

c)      Daily communication and interface with the maintenance supervisor will be required.   This position is expected to effectively communicate equipment issues, maintain downtime reports and work orders in the computerized maintenance system, MVP.

d)      Assist the maintenance staff in operational debug of machine mechanical systems and all other related components in a timely and efficient manner utilizing Tarkett standard techniques and approach.

e)      Assist the appropriate engineer in machine validation, both internally and at the customer’s facility while maintaining Tarkett work ethics and standards.

f)       Communicate with the project “team” to ensure a constant level of project awareness.

g)      Attend certain technical training classes, as deemed necessary by the Maintenance Supervisor, and pass this knowledge along to peers and/or mechanical maintenance personnel.

h)      The Mechanic 1 Technician is expected to be a self-starter, stay focused and on task with supervision from the maintenance supervisor or more experienced maintenance personnel.

i)       The ability to conceptualize, design, build and implement simple to intermediate mechanical systems and manufacturing equipment.  

j)       The Mechanic 1 Technician is expected to have the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose simple to intermediate systems, including motors, bearings, valves, fluid transfer systems, cutting dies, etc.

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1
• Competitive benefits including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Life and disability insurance
• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‐Conscious Design® approach.

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Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.