Grinder/Helper (3rd Shift)

American Hydro•York, PA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

American Hydro is a leading provider in the hydropower generation industry, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and installation of custom hydro turbines. Based in York, Pennsylvania, we support renewable energy projects by delivering reliable, high-quality solutions that power communities sustainably. Our work is guided by core values of safety , urgency , one team , community , integrity , and a can-do attitude . At American Hydro, we foster a collaborative, hands-on environment where employees take pride in their craftsmanship, support one another, and make a meaningful impact in advancing clean energy Job Description Position Summary & Objective The Helper job responsibilities will include grinding complex radii, such as runner fillets upgrading surfaces to a specified surface finish and general deburring. Helper may be required to assist fabricators and welders in making setups and in any general labor as needed. Job will require masking of parts in preparation for blasting and paint. Essential Functions Performed by the Position Operate main crane, jib crane and forklifts to move and position components for optimum grinding performance Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly Keep Supervisor informed of problems regarding assigned task, schedule, safety, etc. as conditions arise Perform final upgrade grinding on runner to crown/ band weld radii Perform final upgrade grinding wicket gate final blending Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills Observes safety and security procedures Reports potentially unsafe conditions Uses equipment and materials properly Adapts to changes in the work environment such as delays or unexpected events Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively
Detail- oriented
Problem solving skills
Language skills
Mathematical skills
Ability to carry out written or oral instructions
Technical skills
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/ or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Grinding complex radii, such as runner fillets upgrading surfaces to a specified surface finish and general deburring
Assist fabricators and welders in making setups and in any general labor as needed
Masking of parts in preparation for blasting and paint
Operate main crane, jib crane and forklifts to move and position components for optimum grinding performance
Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly
Keep Supervisor informed of problems regarding assigned task, schedule, safety, etc. as conditions arise
Perform final upgrade grinding on runner to crown/ band weld radii
Perform final upgrade grinding wicket gate final blending
Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills
Observes safety and security procedures
Reports potentially unsafe conditions
Uses equipment and materials properly
Adapts to changes in the work environment such as delays or unexpected events
Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments.
Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan