Mechanic 1

Zachry Group•Terrell, NC

About The Position

The Mechanic 1 performs maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and servicing of industrial machinery and equipment. The role includes preventive maintenance, basic diagnostic and performance testing, cleaning and lubricating machinery, and using measuring equipment to assess dimensional requirements. The mechanic may operate lathes and grinders, and unload, inspect, move, and position equipment using lifting and rigging devices. The employee follows supervisor direction and Zachry safety rules and values, and performs other duties as assigned. The position requires industrial maintenance experience, mechanical knowledge, and familiarity with electrical, electronics, and computer programming skills used to repair sophisticated equipment. Work may involve physical activity, lifting up to 50 pounds, working at heights, and working outdoors in varying weather while wearing required PPE. A required tools list will be provided.

Requirements

Experience with equipment maintenance.
Ability to read blueprints, schematic drawings, and engineering specifications.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals to determine work procedures.
Experience using industrial hand tools and power tools.
Must have all Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic hand tools; a required tools list will be provided.
Minimum 4–5 years of industrial maintenance experience and minimum 3 years of Maintenance Mechanic experience.
Reliable transportation and ability to work 7 days as needed.
Demonstrated industrial maintenance history experience.
Electrical, electronics, and computer programming skills to repair sophisticated equipment.
Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, layout tools, industrial machinery, and equipment.
Organizational and time-management skills; problem-solving ability; aptitude and manual dexterity; reading comprehension; teamwork; and communication skills with coworkers and supervisors.
Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations.
Former Zachry employee.
Basic computer proficiency.
Ability to meet physical demands including standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting, lifting, communicating, and using arms and hands to handle objects and tools.
May be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and occasionally work from platforms or scaffolding using appropriate fall protection.
Ability to work in all weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.
Must wear required PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, high-visibility safety vest, leather gloves, and leather steel-toed work boots.

Nice To Haves

Formal education, degree, or certificate in construction, technical, or trade school, such as NCCER Millwright Certification.

Responsibilities

Detect minor to major problems with machines and equipment.
Disassemble, repair, and/or replace equipment parts.
Perform tests to ensure machinery is running smoothly.
Perform preventive maintenance; install, service, and repair mechanical equipment, including engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, steam valves and traps, steam or water coils, radiators, water softeners, unit heaters, water heaters, condensate and circulating pumps, and production machines.
Clean and lubricate machinery.
Perform basic diagnostic tests and check machinery performance.
Use precision measuring and leveling equipment, such as rulers, calipers, and micrometers, to identify changes in dimensional requirements.
Operate engine lathes, grinders, and files.
Unload, inspect, and move equipment into position using cranes, hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
Use rigging and hoisting devices such as chokers, chain falls, and come-alongs to move equipment and materials into place.
Follow supervisor direction and perform other duties as assigned.