Maintenance Technician I

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs routine and preventative maintenance, lubrication and minor adjustments on machines and related equipment.
• Learns to inspect and become proficient at mechanical troubleshooting to determine repairs needed.
• Dismantles equipment to gain access to and repairs defective parts using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing devices.
• Re-assembles and tests equipment ensuring safe and efficient operating conditions are restored.
• Learns to troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic equipment and instrumentation.
• Performs facility maintenance and repair and may replace or install light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, damaged glass, windows, doors, partitions, ceiling or floor tiles, door locks, carpet, and/or paint.
• Operates vehicles for plant operational purposes.
• May assist in other areas of plant as directed.

Qualifications

• High school or GED with the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions) and be able to carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Six months to two years of experience in a related position with ability to comprehend specifications, blueprints and manuals.
• Experience using power, pneumatic, hydraulic, and hand tools and shop tools such as drill press, band saw, bench grinder, and torque wrench preferred.
• Experience using material handling equipment, pressure gauges and precision measuring instruments.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Some vocational training and mechanical aptitude preferred, with the ability to read, interpret and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles and other equipment.
• Must have ability to operate Computer Maintenance Management System (software).
• Must consistently demonstrate the ability to learn and independently perform assigned duties and meet or exceed production and quality goals.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training

• Minimum water / wastewater license as required by regulatory agency at site.
• Valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Employee Orientation, Departmental Operating Procedures, Safety, Confined Space training, OSHA and Quality Training.
• HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Level I and II First Responder Certification if required by site.
• Minimum water / wastewater operator state certification.
• Proficient in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.)
• Forklift Certification if required by site.
• Training in operation of mechanical drives, hydraulic pumps and valves, pneumatics, electronics and control systems.
• Obtain or maintain HVAC, Electrician, Plumber's or other trade License if assigned to that area.

Physical Requirements

• Amount of time spent - Standing 25%, Walking 75% for as many as five miles per shift.
• Requires close visual and hearing observation to detect non-conformance and machine malfunction.
• Constantly uses hands to finger, handle or feel and frequently reaches with hands and arms.
• Works in various positions; works on ladders, catwalks, and supports at heights of 50 feet above the ground; and works with hands extended above and below head and body up to 40 minutes using hand tools weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds) distances of 10 feet.
• Occasional stooping, bending or kneeling and entering confined spaces.