Facilities Mechanic

Summary

The facilities mechanic will maintain industrial facility equipment such as filtration systems, centrifugal pumps, heating, air conditioning, and ventilation in top working condition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing pressure filtration systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on facility equipment such as changing filters, greasing or balancing concentration and levels of coolants and oils.
• Repair, modify or fabricate components for equipment by using tool room machines.
• Install, connect, and adjust thermostats and schedules in HVAC equipment.
• Inspect coolant systems and repair coolant leaks.
• Test pipe or tubing joints or connections for leaks using pressure gauges, soap-and-water solution, and electronic devices.
• Install or repair plumbing fixtures or systems: toilets, sinks, urinals, drain lines and process piping.
• Identify and repair roof leaks or properly tent the roof in an emergency.
• Start-up and shut-down facility equipment according to Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures.
• Document repairs and maintenance performed.
• Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area.
• Follow all company rules and regulations related to environmental, health and safety.
• Perform cleaning and 5S tasks.
• This list is not inclusive; other job-related tasks may be assigned.

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree, certificate, or apprenticeship training in a related field from a vocational school or college plus two or more years of work-related experience.
• In lieu of secondary education or formal training, candidate must have a high level of mechanical aptitude and three or more years of work-related experience in an industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of physics in the areas of mechanics, pneumatics, electricity, and material properties.
• High level troubleshooting and repair skills for facility equipment or systems.
• Possesses basic plumbing skills.
• Capability to work in confined spaces.
• Strong working knowledge of arithmetic and geometry.
• Ability to read blueprint and facility drawings.
• Experienced in using Powered Industrial Trucks (forklift, scissors lift, etc).
• Communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.

Technology Used

• Electronic mail software: Lotus Notes
• Spreadsheet software: MS Excel and Word processing software: MS Word
• Syteline & EMF work order system

Tools Used

• Hand tools: hammers, screw drivers, Allen keys, wrenches, pliers, etc.
• Power tools: Jig saws, reciprocating saws, grinders, drills, etc.
• Pressure indicators: Differential pressure detectors, pneumatic air gauges, refrigerant pressure gauges, water pressure gauges and vacuum.
• Voltage or current meters: Electrical multi-meter, alternating current AC line splitters, electrical current meters, heating ventilation and air-conditioning/refrigeration HVAC/R clamp meters, and voltmeters.
• Welding equipment: Tig, Mig, Gas, etc.
• Machine tools: drill press, band saw, lathe, etc.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; hazards common to industrial settings; chemicals, vibration, and loud noises.
• Safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical resistant gloves and bump caps for this position must be worn on the production floor. Other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.
• Jobs on the production floor require a minimum 40-hour workweek. Overtime may be required.
• The pace of work is steady and fast.
• Employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• This position requires sufficient vision to see details at close range, so the person can pass an inspection test of finished parts and components.

Benefits

• Choice of medical plans
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Separate company contribution to your 401(k) retirement account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Eligibility for tuition reimbursement

Starting Wage: $24.00