Electromechanical Technician

ITW•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Electromechanical Technician maintains and repairs production machinery and equipment, as well as building structures and their electrical and plumbing systems. The role may also involve construction, remodeling, and other repairs to company property. Work includes mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, equipment repair and installation, maintenance of tools and parts, and completion of related records and work orders. The technician follows company safety rules and maintains 5S standards in workstations, toolboxes, work areas, and parts storage. Duties may include diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; maintaining production equipment; performing building, plumbing, welding, and fabrication work; and assisting with spill response, ground watch, or training other maintenance employees. The position also includes inspecting work for quality and collaborating with equipment operators and coworkers. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Overtime may be required, including frequent Saturdays from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The work environment includes noise, seasonal temperature variation, occasional outdoor work in hot or cold conditions and rain or wind, exposure to hazardous chemicals, and work at elevated heights. The job requires extensive standing, walking, climbing, crawling, and other physical activity, as well as lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

Requirements

Valid Texas driver’s license.
At least 3 years of general mechanical maintenance experience involving production machinery.
Experience with reading blueprints and wire diagrams, pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, root-cause analysis, and requesting machine parts.
Minimum knowledge of electrical wiring repair and installation, AC/DC controls, blueprints, schematic diagrams, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
At least one technical degree and/or license related to electrical, mechanical, or HVAC/refrigeration is preferred; alternatively, 40 hours of documented electrical training. License number and/or documentation must be provided before the hire date.
Ability to meet minimum training requirements within the first 6–12 months of hire.
Obtain and maintain Traulsen/OSHA certifications for powered equipment within the first 90 days of hire, including applicable forklifts, scissor lifts, aerial booms, stock chasers, and floor scrubbers.
Ability to operate aerial lift equipment and obtain and maintain required power-equipment certifications.
Ability to follow verbal and written repair and installation instructions.
Ability to use small hand tools, power tools, scissor lifts, and material-handling equipment.
Basic mechanical aptitude and ability.
Ability to communicate clearly with coworkers; bilingual English-Spanish is a plus.
Ability to read and follow written English instructions and complete preventive maintenance tasks and work orders in Maintenance CMMS software; some ability to write English responses.
Ability to understand online safety and cybersecurity courses presented in English and demonstrate understanding through multiple-choice exams.
Ability to communicate through email.
Attend work regularly and report promptly for scheduled shifts; handle schedule changes productively.
Ability to work around hazardous chemicals and at elevated heights, and wear designated personal protective equipment.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including standing, walking, climbing, crawling, lifting and carrying items over 35 pounds with assistance, and pushing or pulling up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English-Spanish communication skills.
Technical degree and/or license related to electrical, mechanical, or HVAC/refrigeration.

Responsibilities

Follow company safety rules and maintain 5S standards in workstations, toolboxes, work areas, and parts storage.
Read and follow schematics, wiring and parts diagrams, sketches, manuals, blueprints, and manufacturer specifications to maintain and repair machinery and equipment.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment malfunctions, identify root causes, and replace or repair defective components.
Dismantle, repair, adjust, clean, lubricate, and maintain machinery, including motors, conveyors, production machines, belts, shafts, pulleys, gears, and bearings.
Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and components, including wiring, motors, control circuits, lighting, switches, relays, fuses, and circuit-breaker panels.
Use test instruments to inspect and test equipment and circuits, calibrate equipment, and maintain records of repairs, calibrations, and tests.
Maintain tools, equipment, supplies, and parts in an orderly condition.
Perform building, plumbing, construction, remodeling, and repair work as assigned, including work on walls, ceilings, furnishings, drains, and plumbing fixtures.
Weld and fabricate items such as fixtures, carts, tables, and platforms using MIG, TIG, and/or stick methods.
Inspect products and work processes to ensure work meets or exceeds company quality standards.
Communicate with equipment operators to identify problems and collaborate with maintenance employees and coworkers.
Assist with ground watch, spill-response cleanup, and training other maintenance employees when required.
Perform additional tasks assigned by management or required by the situation.