Coating Equipment Repair Pump Technician
About The Position
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following: (Other duties may be assigned, including but not limited to cross training and housekeeping. Responsibilities also include attention to safety according to all safety rules. Confers with Technical Lead of Coatings to determine priorities for projects; follows determined priorities for work. Diagnoses pumps and paint equipment in operation using proper tools, methods, and/or testing equipment. Cleans and assembles spray guns for pipe coating; ensures spray guns are always ready. Understands functional capabilities of all pumps and paint equipment to identify root causes of issues. Dismantles devices to gain access to remove, repair, or replace defective parts. Inspects used parts to determine if they need to be cleaned or replaced once the problem is identified; cleans or replaces part and reassembles devices. Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by centering, aligning, balancing or modifying equipment as needed using appropriate calibration tools and/or techniques. Starts devices to test for performance; maintains log of performance tests by device and date. Keeps inventory of replacement parts and equipment. Prepares purchase requests for Technical Lead when parts need to be ordered. Understands all aspects of the blasting and spraying processes and procedures; provides feedback to modifications/changes to processes and procedures when relevant. Is competent to perform all duties of paint/coat operator. Orders, issues, and manages all MRO inventory and supplies. Inspects the equipment daily (pumps and spray equipment) using checklist; files daily checklists for future reference. Successfully completes internal and external training and certifications, in a timely manner, as deemed necessary by management to perform required duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must pass Pump Aptitude test. Education and/or Experience: Two-year college or technical school degree or a high school diploma/GED plus a minimum of two years of industrial painting experience and a minimum of two years pump experience. Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend breakdown schematics for fluid transfer equipment, simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to supervisors and other employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills: Ability to enter data into existing computer software, following on-screen prompts or written instructions. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Required Other Skills and Abilities : Mechanical schematic and blueprint reading; read and interpret safety instructions, operating instructions and general work instructions. Ability to perform multi-skilled tasks and keep well organized. Other Qualifications: Must pass Pump Aptitude test. Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Requirements
- Must pass Pump Aptitude test
- Two-year college or technical school degree or a high school diploma/GED plus a minimum of two years of industrial painting experience and a minimum of two years pump experience
- Ability to read and comprehend breakdown schematics for fluid transfer equipment, simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- Ability to write simple correspondence
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to supervisors and other employees of the organization
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
- Ability to enter data into existing computer software, following on-screen prompts or written instructions
- Mechanical schematic and blueprint reading
- Read and interpret safety instructions, operating instructions and general work instructions
- Ability to perform multi-skilled tasks and keep well organized
- Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Responsibilities
- Confers with Technical Lead of Coatings to determine priorities for projects
- Diagnoses pumps and paint equipment in operation using proper tools, methods, and/or testing equipment
- Cleans and assembles spray guns for pipe coating; ensures spray guns are always ready
- Understands functional capabilities of all pumps and paint equipment to identify root causes of issues
- Dismantles devices to gain access to remove, repair, or replace defective parts
- Inspects used parts to determine if they need to be cleaned or replaced once the problem is identified; cleans or replaces part and reassembles devices
- Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by centering, aligning, balancing or modifying equipment as needed using appropriate calibration tools and/or techniques
- Starts devices to test for performance; maintains log of performance tests by device and date
- Keeps inventory of replacement parts and equipment
- Prepares purchase requests for Technical Lead when parts need to be ordered
- Understands all aspects of the blasting and spraying processes and procedures; provides feedback to modifications/changes to processes and procedures when relevant
- Is competent to perform all duties of paint/coat operator
- Orders, issues, and manages all MRO inventory and supplies
- Inspects the equipment daily (pumps and spray equipment) using checklist; files daily checklists for future reference
- Successfully completes internal and external training and certifications, in a timely manner, as deemed necessary by management to perform required duties
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
