Maintenance Mechanic (Journeyperson)

GILLIG•Livermore, CA

5d•$45 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

GILLIG is seeking a Journeyperson Maintenance Mechanic, also known as an Industrial Maintenance Technician, to join their team. This role involves troubleshooting electrical issues, problem-solving, performing daily preventive maintenance, repairing equipment, and fabricating parts to maintain the facility and manufacturing machinery. The position requires the ability to read and understand mechanical/electrical diagrams and technical repair manuals. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing various processing and manufacturing equipment such as air compressors, conveyors, industrial fans, electric motors, electric/pneumatic tools, and gearboxes. The technician will also be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing automated machinery, including familiarity with VFDs, gearboxes, reducers, pumps, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems. The role demands the ability to quickly switch between assignments, complete duties with minimal supervision, and apply knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Experience with industrial material handling equipment like overhead cranes, rigging, forklifts, and boom lifts is necessary, as is knowledge of fabrication and machine tools including oxy-acetylene torch/welding equipment, various welding techniques, drill presses, band saws, and plate shears. Understanding OSHA regulations and ensuring manufacturing processes meet quality specifications are also key aspects of this position. The role requires a willingness to share knowledge with coworkers and maintain a safe, productive work environment.

Requirements

Ability to work full-time
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of 3-5 years maintenance experience in a manufacturing /industrial environment
Strong ability in all areas of electrical maintenance, including 3-phase motors, variable frequency drives, controls, and troubleshooting
Ability to problem solve
Demonstrates competency by passing skill test(s)
Proficient with power tools
Must have own basic set of tools and the skill in the use and care of those tools
Ability to read and understand mechanical/electrical diagrams and technical repair manuals
Knowledge of process automation equipment: Proximity Switches, Transformers, Relay’s, Limit Switches, HMI’s and PLC’s within a manufacturing environment
Union Participation is required

Nice To Haves

Vocational training or AA/AS degree is a plus
Technical Understanding
Technical Zeal
Basic Safety
Flexibility

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting electrical issues
Performing day-to-day preventive maintenance tasks
Equipment repair
Fabrication necessary to maintain the facility and manufacturing equipment
Maintaining and repairing processing/manufacturing equipment: Air Compressors, Conveyors, Industrial Fans, Electric Motors, Electric/Pneumatic tools, Gear Boxes
Installing, maintaining, and repairing automated machinery
Familiarity with VFD’s, gearboxes, reducers, and pumps, as well as pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Ability to change in between assignments quickly (unscheduled repairs)
Ability to complete assigned duties with little or no supervision or instruction
Applying knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to maintenance work
Operating personal lifts and material handling tools and equipment
Using industrial material handling equipment: Overhead Cranes, Rigging, Forklifts, Boom Lifts
Knowledge of fabrication and machine tools: OxyAce torch/welding equipment, Welding (SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW), Drill Press, Band Saws, Plate Shear
Understanding of OSHA regulations and implementation of safety regulations
Ensuring manufacturing processes are capable with respect to quality specifications
Willing to share ideas, techniques, and procedures with coworkers
Troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns and repair as necessary
Making steel fabrications via measuring, cutting, bending and welding
General repair of processing/manufacturing equipment
Maintaining a safe and productive work environment
Following all GILLIG safety policies and procedures
Performing other job-related duties as assigned and/or required