Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright Specialist

Repair, maintain, install and build equipment across the School, provide on-going consultations to faculty, and solve mechanical problems related to the manufacture of goods and projects identified by Workforce Polymers. Coordinate activities and projects for work-study students in related program areas.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems and perform minor/major servicing and repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, manufacturing control systems for robots, and CNC machining centers.
• Perform machine rigging and forklift operation.
• Consult with OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) representatives and repair departments when initial diagnosis and repair procedures fail.
• Assist faculty with instructional and technical projects.
• Repair and maintain instructional equipment in various academic departments.
• Design, build, and install custom items for in-house equipment, such as CNC and robots.
• Provide assistance to the PIRC's Project team.
• Recommend equipment to the Dean of Engineering Technologies necessary to meet instructional objectives.
• Ensure proper configurations and installations of resources to effectively deliver Workforce Polymers projects, training, and demonstrations.
• Keep accurate documentation (drawings and written) of repairs.
• Assist vendors with installation, setup, and testing of new automated or related manufacturing equipment.
• Lifting up to 40 lbs. required.
• Work on equipment from ladders and maneuver among machinery in labs, including climbing over and under large equipment during repairs.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or work experience.
• Valid and in-state Driver's License.
• Work experience in the maintenance and service of complex mechanical systems.
• Work experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.

Skills

• Knowledge of machine maintenance and repair techniques.
• Knowledge of various welding equipment.
• Training and/or certification in forklift operation (or willingness to obtain prior to performing forklift responsibilities).
• Knowledge of materials handling concepts, robotics, and CNC (preferred).

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid time off.
• Educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State University.

Pay

Hourly range: $26.67 - $30.26, based on minimum education and experience qualifications.