Maintenance Mechanic

Description:

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on: motors, pneumatic tools, hydraulic systems, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.

• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments such as laser alignment tools, stethoscope, tachometer, infrared camera, ultra sound and vibration analysis tools.

• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand /power tools.

• Determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.

• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.

• Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.

• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.

• Provide mechanical maintenance information by answering questions, requests and completing feedback documentation.

• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications.

• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Mechanical / Technical Understanding - Mechanical Fundamentals: mechanics, lubrication, understanding maintenance documents, pumps, piping systems, welding/cutting (stick, mig, tig and torch). Mechanical power transmission: basic mechanics, bearings. Hydraulic power transmission: basic hydraulics, hydraulic troubleshooting. Basic pneumatic: Pneumatic Principles, Reciprocating Compressors, Rotary Compressors, Primary Air Treatment, Secondary Air Treatment, Piping, Hoses, and Fittings, Directional Control Valves, Pressure-Control Valves, Pneumatic Cylinders, Pneumatic Motors.

Qualifications:

• Must have ability to work off of blueprints

• Must have arc welding experience

• Must have experience with cutting torch and plasma cutter

• Must have experience with motor/pump alignment