Electromechanical Technician

ITW • Fort Worth, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs all related duties necessary for maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment used in production plant; for maintenance and repair of the physical structure, electrical, and plumbing systems of the buildings; and, when necessary, performs various construction/remodeling duties to company property as assigned. Also performs electrical maintenance and repairs of plant production equipment and commercial building.

Requirements

• Valid Texas Driver’s License required
• 5 + years’ experience in general mechanical maintenance of production machinery to include reading blueprints, wire diagrams, pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, root cause analysis, and requesting machine parts.
• Technical degree and/or license relating to electrical, mechanical or HVAC/Refrigeration - minimum of one required OR 120 hours of documented electrical training. License number and/or documentation must be provided before hire date.
• Must be able to meet all minimum training requirements within first 6-12 months of hire date.
• Obtain and Maintain Traulsen/OSHA certifications for powered equipment, including but not limited to, forklifts, scissor lifts, aerial booms, stock chasers, and floor scrubbers within first 90 days of hire date.
• Capable of operating aerial lift equipment.
• Obtain and maintain Traulsen/OSHA certifications for power equipment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions regarding procedures required for various machine repair.
• Ability to read and follow repair or installation instructions.
• Ability to use a variety of small hand tools, power tools, scissors lifts, and material handling equipment.
• Possess basic mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Ability to communicate clearly with co-workers (bi-lingual English-Spanish a plus)
• Ability to read and follow written English instructions and complete PMs and work orders within Maintenance CMMS software.
• Some ability to write English responses.
• Ability to understand basic online safety and cyber security courses presented in English and demonstrate understanding through multiple choice exam score.
• Ability to communicate through email

Nice To Haves

• bi-lingual English-Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

• Follows all company safety rules and policies.
• Maintains 5S program standards including organizing, labeling, cleaning and sustaining of workstations, toolboxes, work areas and parts shelving and cabinets.
• Reads, understands and follows schematics, wire and parts diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturer’s specifications to repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as, but not limited to, motors, pneumatic, hydraulic, conveyor systems and production machines and equipment using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantles machines or equipment to gain access to and remove defective parts, replaces defective parts and motors, and adjusts feed mechanisms.
• Replaces or repairs machine belts.
• Performs duties with the aid of such equipment as hoists, cranes, hand tools and power tools.
• Holds scaffolding members in place or tightens bolts to erect working platforms about machines.
• Cleans and lubricates machine parts, such as, but not limited to, shafts, pulleys, gears, and bearings, using rags, brushes, grease gun, oil can, and other required tools.
• Removes dust, dirt, grease and waste material from machines.
• Paints machines or equipment to prevent corrosion.
• Installs and repairs electrical systems and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools and electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Observes functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation or replacement.
• Diagnoses/troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment, such as control circuits, motors and lighting fixtures, HVAC systems, using testing equipment, and makes necessary repairs, such as replacing damaged or broken wires and cables.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery, using test equipment and discusses malfunction with other maintenance employees to diagnose malfunction.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machinery, such as wiring, fuses, relays, switches, electric motor bearings and motors and positions sensing devices.
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as circuit boards, and mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Maintains tools and equipment and keeps supplies and parts in order.
• Repairs electronic equipment such as industrial controls, audio systems, transmitters, and servomechanisms, following blueprints and manufacturers’ specifications and using hand tools and test instruments.
• Converses with machinery/equipment operators to ascertain problems with machinery/equipment before breakdown and to determine if breakdown is due to human error or mechanical/electrical problems.
• Tests faulty machinery/equipment and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic/electrical systems or units to diagnose cause of malfunction.
• Tests electronic components and circuits to locate defects, using oscilloscopes, signal generators, ammeters and voltmeters.
• Replaces defective components and wiring and adjusts mechanical parts, using hand tools and soldering iron.
• Aligns, adjusts and calibrates equipment according to specifications.
• Maintains records of repairs, calibrations and tests.
• Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment, using hand tools.
• Installs control and distribution components such as switches, relays and circuit-breaker panels, fastening in place with screws or bolts, using hand tools and power tools.
• Connects power cables to equipment and installs grounding leads.
• Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments, such as ohmmeter, battery and buzzer and oscilloscope.
• Bends and cuts conduit and wire, and drills holes in walls, ceilings and floors for electrical connections.
• Connects wire to motors, fixtures, and other electrical equipment, replaces switches and fuses and splices wire and insulates wire with friction tape.
• Bends, cuts and threads pipe, cuts openings in walls, ceilings and floors for pipes, seals pipe joints with sealing compound.
• Cuts out and joins parts for worktables, benches, shelves and other furnishings, using power tools and hand tools.
• May be required to assist with plumbing repair work, building construction/remodeling/repairs, general machinery maintenance or repair duties.
• May patch or replace plaster or plaster board and paint walls, ceilings, and trim of building.
• May drill and break up concrete.
• May mix and pour concrete for foundations.
• May weld and fabricate a variety of designs, including fixtures, carts, tables, and platforms using MIG, TIG and/or stick methods.
• Clears clogged drains and replaces plumbing fixtures.
• Inspects products and processes while performing job duties to ensure all work done meets or exceeds standards of the company’s quality program.
• Works cooperatively and congenially with co-workers to achieve cohesive and productive work processes and work environment.
• May provide ground watch for other maintenance employees using aerial equipment.
• May be required to assist with spill response clean-up.
• May be required to train other maintenance employees.
• Will be required to participate in the “Authorized Driver” program.
• May be required to drive company vehicles including cars and pickup trucks.
• May be subject to random drug testing per the “Authorized Driver” policy.
• Will be subject to an annual DMV Background Check per the “Authorized Driver” policy.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned by management or as the situation requires.

Benefits

• ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
• As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
• At ITW, we think and act like entrepreneurs. We embrace autonomy, make decisions and take ownership to create innovative solutions for our customers all over the world.
• ITW is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader. Our seven industry-leading business segments offer career development and learning opportunities in more than 50 countries across the globe.
• We’re committed to investing in our people and supporting their growth through unique and relevant development opportunities at each stage throughout the employee life cycle.
• Our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture empowers you to think and act like a business owner.
• We aspire for everyone to perform to their full potential and value the unique and diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas that make us better together.
• The ITW Business Model gives us the tools to focus on what’s most important, and we’re grounded in our values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect and Shared Risk.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree