Maintenance Technician 2nd shift

Job Duties: * Troubleshoots and diagnoses a vast array of sometimes complex and aged mechanical tools and equipment and determines the most appropriate method and parts required to effectively complete the given job. * Utilizes knowledge of the particular intricacies of various types of metals, lubricants, equipment and/or machinery properties and parts for preventative maintenance and repair duties. * May assemble, install and/or repair wiring, and low voltage electrical, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, pipe systems (i.e., pneumatic, hydraulic) unique machinery, and equipment. * Removes and replaces defective parts for complex problems using hand /power tools, drills, welding equipment, wrenches, hoists, cranes test equipment, and/or varying gages. Utilizes a broad skill level of a mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic in nature tools to repair and maintain most shop equipment. * May set-up and operate lathe, drill press, grinder, welding and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts. Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements using rulers, calipers, and micrometers. * Fabricates, assembles, and tests parts using a complete range of mechanical hand and power tools including precision measuring devices, instruments, and gauges, metal fabricating tools and welding torches. * Analyzes, identifies, and corrects mechanical faults of improperly operating or inoperative machinery through varying trade and/or mechanical processes. * Diagnoses mechanical problems by instrumentation, sound and visual observation and determines how best to resolve the problem by checking blueprints, repair manuals, parts catalogs drawing and from experience and expertise. * Inspects work of Maintenance Mechanic to assure proper installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment. * Tests and runs-off machines to ensure proper operation and correction of the identified problem. * Records maintenance and repair work performed and the duration of time used per work order. * Maintains equipment, parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies. * May be responsible for Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) or the specific practices and procedures to safeguard employees from the unexpected energization or startup of machinery and equipment. Job Requirements: * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) along with related trade school education, apprenticeship and/or experience. * Previously demonstrated broad mechanical expertise understanding complex concepts related to machinery, electrical, hydraulic equipment, properties of metals, welding, and/or piper / plumbing functions required. * The ability to read and comprehend various diagrams, schematics and mechanical blueprints is required. Certificates and Licenses: * Trade or Vocational certifications preferred. * Other particular trade certifications or in-depth experience may be required, (i.e., Crane and Hoisting Engineer Lic 2A 3A, HVAC/EPA certifications, weights & measures technology, Welding). Fork truck license required, LOTO Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.

Created: 2024-10-22