The Maintenance Mechanic: Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, tools, equipment, furnishing, fixtures, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems using journeyman level skills in all the various crafts required to complete the essential functions of the job. Troubleshoot and test plant machinery, equipment etc.

DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under supervision and review, does moderately complex work using initiative and ingenuity by performing the following tasks.

Other work related duties may be assigned as necessitated by Company priorities.Install maintain and repair machinery tools, equipment etc. Determines methods and sequence of operations to complete assigned tasks applying knowledge of plant maintenance theory practice etc. Visually inspects and tests machinery, tools and equipment to assure proper working condition.Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with appropriate personnel to diagnose problem or repair machine. Dismantles defective machines, tools and equipment and installs new or repaired parts. Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment, as well as telephone *nd other communication lines or equipment.Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems, including facility plumbing, and hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
Repairs and maintains physical structure and appearance of establishment. Includes the performance or oversight of cleaning, painting, repairing furniture or fixtures, moving or installing furniture or fixtures, disposal of trash, recyclables, hazardous material, etc.Installs, programs, or repairs automated machinery and equipment such as robots or programmable controllers.Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill, milling machine, etc. to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools.Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions, and other structures which may be wood, drywall, metal, glass or other construction material.Licensed and capable of operating a motor vehicle. Skilled to drive and operate a forklift.Works as an active team member by participating in problem solving, team building, and all other team activities to improve the processes, productivity, quality, etc. of the department and the company. Uses interpersonal skills as well as good written and verbal communications. Performs any training of other employees in maintenance and repair functions as required. Assists other Company personnel as required.

Equipment / Process Responsibilities 

Performs duties where facility, property, tools, equipment, or machines may be damaged or man hours lost, through improper daily maintenance and attention to processing. Maintains and repairs machines, tools and equipment as well as physical plant and furnishings at highest levels of complexity.

Material or Product Responsibilities

Performs duties that require close attention to work and supporting documentation specifications and other requirements. Responsible for proper functioning of all machines, tools, equipment, furnishings and the physical plant.

Responsibility for Work of Others

 Accuracy of communication is mandatory to the successful maintenance and repair of machines, tools, equipment, furnishings and the physical plant. Must communicate to appropriate personnel any problems or concerns regarding maintenance or repair issues as it affects production schedules or the working environment.

Safety Responsibilities 

 Good housekeeping, a total knowledge of all safety requirements related to machines, tools and equipment. A thorough knowledge of safety requirements as related to the physical plant regarding such things as fire safety regulations, hazardous material handing procedures, building safety codes etc. Adherence to, and enforcement of Company Safety rules is mandatory.

Initiative and Ingenuity 

Requires initiative in solving complex problems related to maintaining and repairing the physical plant, furnishings and all machines, tools and equipment. Uses ingenuity in adapting to situations or conditions that are extremely variable and where limited standardization exists.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Environmental surroundings 

Work is in a machine shop environment where noise, temperature fluctuations, exposure to outdoor elements is tess desirable than in a typical office environment.

Unavoidable Hazards 

Possible hazards related to cuts, bruises, burns, electrical shock, muscle strains and severe trauma. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, metalworking fluids & chemicals, heating elements, open flames, high voltage electricity and airborne particles. Risks from working in confined spaces, on ladders or other elevated positions and from repetitive motion or awkward position. Risks from exposure to outdoor elements and weather conditions. Risks from the operation of a motor vehicle and forklift. Protective safety wear and equipment should be worn as appropriate to the task at hand.

EFFORT

Physical 

 Able to lift over 100 pounds. Requires hand and finger manipulation to operate hand and power tools, instruments, and / or install or repair various components such as wiring, conduit, switches, relays, pipes, valves, etc. required by job duties. Must be able to reach, bend, stretch, kneel, stoop, crawl and climb, and work in confined spaces such as attics, crawl spaces etc. Job assignments may require standing, sitting, working on a ladder, or in a confined space or outdoors for periods exceeding 15 minutes at a time.

Mental 

Reasoning ability required to interpret moderately complex blueprints, drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, floor plans, etc. Must be able to draw valid conclusions from a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Required to organize work tasks for best efficiency with supervision or review.

Visual 

Close attention to detail with moderate eye concentration for extended periods of time. Able to read precision instruments. Requires close and distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, focus adjustment and depth