Job Details
SUMMARY: To install, maintain and repair machine tools, mechanical equipment and electronic apparatus
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operates and observes equipment for the purpose of trouble shooting problems and testing performance of equipment.
Reads work orders and sees that jobs are performed per work order. Asks questions if work order is not clear.
Sets up and operates drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
Repairs equipment rebuilds equipment and adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
Installs equipment, devices, and instruments.
Performs preventative maintenance such as lubricating equipment, changing filters, inspecting parts for wear and cleaning equipment. Logs preventative maintenance activity in preventative maintenance program records.
Working with supervisor, initiates purchase orders for parts and equipment.
Makes an entry to logbook. Logbook documents problems and serves as the maintenance record for the plant and equipment.
Understands plant labeling requirements and sees that all chemicals are properly labeled and managed.
Recommends measures to improve equipment performance and maintenance activities.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to read, write and speak English so that individual can document problems in log, can read technical manuals and parts catalogues.
Requires a minimum of three years prior experience as a maintenance mechanic, technical courses, and ability to perform basic math and to use measurements and the ability to read blueprints and/or schematics.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Frequently required to walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
- Frequently work near moving mechanical parts
- Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
- Occasionally/Frequently/Continually exposure to heat or cold
Must be able to lift 50 pounds and to work in uncomfortable positions for prolonged periods.
Must be able to wear a respirator and/or other personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary to reduce exposure.