Compressor Technician

Wabtec • Columbia, SC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for using a variety of hand and power tools, fixtures, and work instructions to perform a series of operations to correctly assemble and disassemble components. It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us. Wabtec is firmly committed to continually providing consistently high levels of quality and reliability, competitive products, to meet or exceed customer expectations in a timely manner, and continually improving the effectiveness of the quality management system.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent
• Hand tools
• Knowledge of basic mechanics.
• Knowledge of machine testing procedures.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Perform the same task repeatedly, amount, and frequency of physical effort typically required to perform the essential functions of the job acceptably; including the work positions in which the effort is applied, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Must have light industrial or mechanical background.
• Must have 3-5-year experience in mechanical background and skill set for operating specialized tools.
• Follow detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures
• Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies
• Disassembles components by utilizing hand and power tools
• Cleans and buffs components
• Wash components in solvent and run parts through parts washer
• Blowout parts to remove solvent and dirt
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with 5S protocol
• Make sure that schedules are running exactly as they are listed
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs)
• Turn off equipment when not in use
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• health
• welfare
• retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED