Equipment Technician

Summit Handling Systems•Agawam, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Summit Handling Systems, Inc is seeking an experienced Equipment Technician to service various types of equipment at their state-of-the-art facility in Agawam. This position requires the ideal candidate to work with limited supervision, demonstrating the ability to work, think, and operate independently. The role involves conducting regular inspections and services on equipment, ensuring smooth and safe operation, interacting with operators to identify malfunctions, and testing machinery to detect and repair issues. The technician will maintain records of service cycles and part changes, follow safety norms, and place requisitions for spare parts. They will also be responsible for the proper handling of repair tools and testing equipment and following all assigned orders and tasks.

Requirements

High school degree, diploma, or a GED equivalent qualification from a certified school
Must have valid driver's license with a good history
Must be able to operate a computer
Must own hand tools
Possess good written and verbal communication skills
Meet quality and productivity standards
Organization skills
Diagnosis skills
Professional mechanical experience: 3 years (Required)

Responsibilities

Conduct regular inspection and service on various configurations of equipment
Ensure forklift is functioning smoothly and is safe for operating
Interact with operators to know of any malfunctions of equipment
Test operate machinery to detect issues and repair the same
Maintain a record of service cycles and part changes
Follow all safety norms laid down by the industry for work-related functions
Place requisitions for spare parts
Ensure proper handling of all repair tools and testing equipment
Follow all orders and tasks as assigned by the supervising manager
Analyze and test equipment to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers’ specifications and safety requirements.
Inspect and diagnose equipment faults and malfunctions to determine required repairs using a variety of electronic meters, infrared engine analyzers, gauges, and computerized diagnostic programs.
Determine the cause of failure and take the appropriate steps using OEM manuals and online resources provided by the company to prevent future occurrences.
Dismantle and reassemble equipment.
Perform routine and scheduled planned maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrication, and tune-ups; maintain equipment service records, identifying and correcting defects or problems.
Complete required paperwork, i.e. work orders, warranty documents, etc. and submit timely and accurately with all required information including appropriate signatures.
Professionally represent the company to our customers by following the business attire policy, being prompt for service calls, and leaving the customer’s work-site neat and orderly.
Plan work using procedures, technical manuals, and experience to ensure timely and accurate repair of machinery or equipment.