Mechanic/Technician - Level 2

Employee Owned Holdings, Inc.•Houma, LA

About The Position

The Mechanic/Technician – Level 2 assembles, tests, services, maintains, and installs customized mechanical, hydraulic, electro-mechanical/hydraulic, and electrical components and assemblies according to prescribed drawings. The role performs complex maintenance and installation work and serves as a quality-control point, including inspecting Level 1 Mechanics’ work to ensure product quality and safe operation. The position includes assembling and servicing hydraulic and electrical systems; fabricating and installing high-pressure tubing; troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment and machinery; performing preventive maintenance; documenting work and test results; and supporting continual improvement and compliance with ISO 9001. The mechanic also provides guidance and training to less senior maintenance mechanics and may plan work for others. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of technical trade school is preferred. Candidates should have zero to five years of combined education and experience. The position also entails the ability to study for and obtain IFPS Hydraulic Mechanic certification and attending and passing a Swagelok tubing training course. The employer offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Zero to five years of combined education and experience.
Basic knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical processes and procedures.
Knowledge of mechanical tools and equipment.
Basic ability to troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, and basic electrical circuits.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system schematics and blueprints.
Ability to apply mechanical knowledge and skills.
Ability to read, write, and use general math applications to read schematics.
Ability to react and perform under stress and in emergency situations.
Ability to organize and prioritize work to complete the daily workload.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and problem-solving skills to structure complex situations and provide optimal solutions.
Ability to plan work for others and anticipate changes and needs in areas of responsibility.
Ability to study for and obtain IFPS Hydraulic Mechanic certification.
Attend and pass a Swagelok tubing training course.

Nice To Haves

Two years of technical trade school.
Experience working in an ISO 9001 environment.

Responsibilities

Read and follow engineering drawings, Bills of Material, and technical specifications.
Assemble, test, and service systems and components, including hydraulic manifolds, solenoid valves, proportional valves, hoses, metal tubing, electrical cables, and electrical controllers.
Perform general mechanical tasks, including basic welding, torch work, and grinding as needed.
Maintain required records, including assembly routers, quality records, dimensional checks, and testing records.
Fabricate and install high-pressure tubing using standard fittings.
Monitor installed equipment to detect hazards, problems, or a need for adjustment, repair, or replacement.
Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pumps, conveyors, belt fans, and air conditioners.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and mechanical systems.
Disassemble machinery and repair or replace broken parts.
Dismantle, test, and analyze malfunctioning equipment, hand tools, and power tools to locate defects.
Clean and lubricate parts.
Provide advice, guidance, and training to less senior maintenance mechanics.
Inspect the work of others, including Level 1 Mechanics, to ensure product quality and safe operation.
Support and participate in the organization’s continual improvement program, conform to ISO 9001, and understand the implications of not complying with the quality management system.
Plan work for others and anticipate changes and needs within areas of responsibility.
Perform other duties as assigned.