Maintenance Mechanic
Downingtown, PA
Compensation Includes
- Starting pay rate $28.93/hour
Available Shift
Overview
The Maintenance Mechanic A diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems associated with all equipment in a manufacturing environment. Directly responsible for installation, maintenance & repair of all equipment concerned with plant operation, services & buildings including storage & inventory of spare parts. Use basic hand and specialty tools for repair equipment in accordance with established safety procedures.
Responsibilities
- Read blueprints & wiring diagrams for the installation & repair of equipment and the facility
- Examines mechanical equipment to diagnose trouble. Disassembles, repairs/replaces parts and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, fans, etc.
- Develops simple types of experimental & operating equipment
- Cleans, lubricates & adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary
- Major electrical repairs including 3-phase, 440 & PLC, new installations of equipment, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances
- Uses precision measuring tools/devices, hand tools and testing instruments
- Inspects and test electrical equipment, lighting, signal, communication, and power circuits
- Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using testing instruments such as ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter, testing lamp, or growler
- Replaces faulty switches, sockets, and other elements of electrical systems
- Dismantles electrical transformers & lighting fixtures into position. Completes circuits according to specifications
- Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out
- Ensures electrical work conforms with requirements of local building and safety codes
- Requisitions new parts and equipment
- Maintains a clean and orderly work area throughout the shift
- Communicates problems encountered throughout the shift to the Plant Engineer
- Installs lighting fixtures and replaces bulbs and ballast
- Performs carpenter, plumbing, and painter related work
- Operates any equipment needed to perform job
- Performs other related duties to contribute to the success of the operation as assigned by supervision
- Repair parts that require minor machine work & welding. Uses gas & electric welding equipment
- Has operating knowledge of all production & service equipment
Qualifications
- High School Degree or GED equivalent
- Previous related experience is mandatory
- Basic mathematical ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide multi-digit numbers including fractions. Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight, measurement, and volume
- High degree of knowledge of equipment and aptitude for understanding mechanical systems through formal training and/or education
- Be able to perform repairs (including electrical). Uses and/or make special attachments when necessary
- Certified to operate forklift
- Trained in lock out/tag out procedures
- Must be able to read, write & understand basic English
- Able to communicate effectively, get along with coworkers & management and deal effectively & professionally under pressure
You should be proficient in:
- Facilities Maintenance Experience
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- Single and Three Phase Power
- 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
- Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
- Welding Setups for Production
- Maintenance and Repair Skills
- Industrial Electrical Experience
- Industrial Electrical Systems
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
- Conveyor Systems
- Servo Motors