Equipment Technician

Summit Handling Systems, Inc.•Agawam, MA

5d•$20 - $40•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 ability to work independently with limited supervision. The role involves conducting regular inspections and services, ensuring equipment is functioning smoothly and safely, interacting with operators about malfunctions, testing machinery, maintaining service records, and requisitioning spare parts. The technician will also be responsible for analyzing and testing equipment, diagnosing faults, dismantling and reassembling equipment, performing routine maintenance, and completing required paperwork. A key aspect of the role is professionally representing the company to customers.

Requirements

High school degree, diploma, or a GED equivalent qualification from a certified school
Must have valid drivers 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.