Maintenance Mechanic

General Dynamics Electric Boat•North Kingstown, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various types of specialized mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems/components. This technician will be working on CNC controlled cutting and pressing equipment as well as robotics. The technician reports directly to the maintenance operations supervisor and must possess the ability to maintain relationships with production and vendors. Looking for well-trained industrial maintenance technicians experienced with PLC, Robotics, TwinCat and electrical/mechanical troubleshooting and the capability to address day-to-day issues. The ability to work with others and independently in a fast paced environment is crucial. Willingness to further one’s knowledge base and skillset in a growing company with specialized equipment is necessary. Having the ability to follow procedural compliance and engineered procedures is necessary. Attention to detail is necessary. This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experience
2+ years of facilities/machine maintenance experience.
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required
Must be available to work all shifts
Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
The ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
Previous experience with PLC’s to include effectively diagnosing analog and digital field components, along with input/output devices.
A basic understanding of electrical systems to include 600 volt and below including various control voltage.
Experience using various types of diagnostic tools and meters to include volt meters, amp meters, resistive measuring devices, meggers, data loggers, micrometers, calipers, test gauges, and temperature measuring devices.

Nice To Haves

Specific trade licensing e.g. Electrical, HVAC/refrigeration
Knowledge of hydraulic system component diagnostics, repair and failure analysis of valves, stacks, pistons, and rams in excess of 5000 PSI operating pressure.
Past mechanical/electrical or hydraulic trade school or apprenticeship.
Proven robotics experience (Panasonic, Sinumerik, Fanuc)
CMMS
Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
Military

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various types of specialized mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems/components.
Working on CNC controlled cutting and pressing equipment as well as robotics.
Maintaining relationships with production and vendors.
Addressing day-to-day issues.
Following procedural compliance and engineered procedures.
Working from ladders and lifts while wearing fall protection.