Journeyman - Machinery Maintenance Mechanic

Amentum•Texarkana, TX

2d•$38•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves repairing machinery, mechanical, and electrical equipment. The Journeyman - Machinery Maintenance Mechanic will examine machines and equipment to diagnose and fix issues, often using hand tools for repairs. This includes replacing parts, ordering replacements from machine shops, and reassembling machines with necessary adjustments. The position also requires conversing with operators to understand equipment problems, testing faulty equipment, and using knowledge of electronic systems to diagnose malfunctions. Responsibilities include replacing defective components, aligning and calibrating equipment, maintaining repair records, and entering information into computers for program copying or schematic storage. The role also involves reading blueprints and diagrams, assembling components, routing cables, installing various electrical parts, and testing units to ensure proper operation. Additionally, the mechanic will install and test electrical lines and circuits in military shelters and vans, troubleshoot and replace electrical components, and fabricate electrical boxes as needed. Participation in team repairs and installations, both in-house and on TDY assignments, is expected. All other position-related duties as assigned or requested are also part of the role.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Journeyman Electrician License
Three years' experience working on industrial equipment and / or three years' doing metal fabrication
Be able to obtain and retain a forklift operators license
Valid state-issued drivers license.
Passing a pre-employment drug screen and a government background check is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Must be available to work any shift.
Willing to work weekends and other hours as needed.

Responsibilities

Examine machines and mechanical equipment to diagnose source of trouble.
Dismantle or partly dismantle machines and perform repairs using hand tools.
Replace broken or defective parts with items obtained from stock.
Order the production of a replacement part by a machine shop or send the machine to a machine shop for major repairs.
Prepare written specifications for major repairs or for the production of parts ordered from machine shops.
Reassemble machines and make all necessary adjustments for operation.
Converse with equipment operators to ascertain problems with equipment before breakdown, and to determine if breakdown is due to human error or mechanical problems.
Test faulty equipment and apply knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction.
Test electronic components and circuits to locate defects.
Replace defective components and wiring and adjust mechanical parts.
Align, adjust, and calibrate equipment according to specifications.
Calibrate testing instruments.
Maintain records of repairs, calibrations, and tests.
Enter information into computer to copy program from one electronic component to another, or to draw, modify or to store schematics.
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, process sheets, and assembly and schematic drawings, and receive verbal instructions regarding work assignment.
Align and assemble parts such as leads, coils, wires, tabs, and terminals into housing.
Route and lace cables.
Install components and parts such as switches, coils, transformers, relays, transistors, and semiconductor circuits on chassis, circuit boards, panels, and other units.
Route and attach wires and connectors to form circuitry and connect assembly to power supply sources, switch panels, or junction boxes.
Attach hardware and seal assembly.
Examine parts for defects such as pinholes or chips.
Test operate unit to locate defects, measure performance, determine need for adjustment, and verify specified operation.
Replace defective components and wiring.
Calibrate unit according to specifications.
Enter information on production records, logs, and other report forms.
Repair defective units rejected by inspection or test personnel.
Install and test a variety of electrical lines and circuits to components, devices, and fixtures in military shelters and vans.
Install wire mold, raceways and/or conduits and fittings.
Replace or install wires by pulling wire through wire mold or conduit and connecting to electric fixtures or components.
Disassemble, repair, troubleshoot, and/or replace wire mold, wires, and electrical components and devices.
Build or fabricate and wire phase meter boxes, power distribution boxes, and other meter boxes, as needed.
Perform disassembly and assembly work in a number of shelters and vans.
Participate as a member of a team in the repair and installation of equipment both in-house and on TDY assignments.
Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.