Machinery Shop Tech

Handy Distribution•Forest, VA

5d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Diagnoses problems and services sheet metal machinery and related metal fabricating machinery through repair and maintenance. This role involves diagnosing functional problems, purchasing replacement parts, fabricating components, cleaning machinery, performing maintenance and repairs on customer machines and company equipment, and refurbishing metal fabrication machinery. The position requires adherence to safety practices, safe and efficient tool utilization, and presenting a professional image to customers. Travel may be required.

Requirements

One year certificate from college or technical school; or, six to twelve months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required to become certified by manufacturer to perform maintenance and repairs to equipment.
Proven competence in knowledge of tools and overall machinery concepts.
Can apply present knowledge to work on Machinery safely and successfully.
Maintain shop and shop equipment.
Convey uncertain tool status to leadership.
Mechanical repair and maintenance experience in a production environment.
Ability to repair and demonstrate troubleshooting methods in a timely manner.
Understanding, knowledge and experience with machinery equipment.
Must be able to perform routine maintenance and setup of machinery.
Ability to read manuals, electrical diagrams, drawings and interpret a variety of instructions whether in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to service and perform maintenance on machinery equipment to a high standard.
Basic computer skills.
Must be able to perform routine maintenance and setup of machinery.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
A valid government driver’s license and an acceptable driving record, as determined by company standards and insurer requirements, are required.
All vehicles operated for Company purposes must be legally registered with appropriate government authorities.
Continued employment in this role may be contingent upon maintaining driving eligibility.

Responsibilities

Diagnoses functional problems with sheet metal machinery and metal fabricating machinery.
Purchases new replacement parts for machinery.
Fabricates miscellaneous components (covers, guards, supports, etc.) for machinery.
Cleans machinery using pressure washer, steam cleaner, or parts degreaser.
Observes all company safety practices and procedures including protective hearing and eyewear.
Performs maintenance repairs on customers’ machines and company shop and field equipment.
Refurbishes metal fabrication machinery to proper specs.
Utilizes tools in a safe, proper, and efficient manner.
Presents a professional image to customers as necessary.
Required to travel, as needed.