John Deere Thibodaux - Electrical & Mechanical Machine Maintenance

John Deere•Thibodaux, LA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Electrical / Mechanical Machine Maintenance employee with John Deere Thibodaux, you will perform maintenance and repairs to production equipment in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork. The work involves troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; maintaining and installing electrical equipment and circuits; rebuilding equipment to close tolerances; inspecting and adjusting machinery; and supporting preventative and predictive maintenance programs. Employees also assist teammates, work with minimal supervision, and maintain a clean work area.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following: High School Diploma or G.E.D.; National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC); or at least 3 years of manufacturing work experience.
At least 5 years of experience and/or knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in equipment repair.
At least 5 years of electrical experience, including thorough knowledge of national and local electrical safety codes and experience with high-voltage electrical equipment, including conduit layout and installation.
Industrial machine repair experience.
Ability to perform manual tasks throughout the work shift, including frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
Ability and willingness to work any shift and potential overtime, including weekends.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems while following safety practices and OSHA regulations.
Read and comprehend work instructions and follow established procedures.
Support preventative and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime.
Read intricate wiring diagrams and schematic drawings using standard electrical symbols for power, control, and measurement.
Install and maintain motors, generators, lights, electronic equipment, transformers, switches, lightning arrestors, welding equipment, power and light lines, control panels, automatic controls, and switchboards.
Lay out, install, modify, and maintain complex electrical circuits and electrical and electronic equipment in a team environment.
Rebuild equipment by dismantling it, installing new parts, scraping, and fitting components to close tolerances to obtain original alignment.
Check and inspect equipment and make necessary adjustments or repairs.
Make simple assembly fixtures, build temporary dies and fixtures, and prepare new, worn, or broken parts for welding or hard facing.
Fit and align gears, shafts, and wheels; attach motors or align pulleys on machines, machine tools, and mechanical equipment.
Assist and support other team members and work with minimal supervision.
Clean the work area and perform other miscellaneous duties inherent to the job.