Mechanical Technician - Full Time Internship

LotusWorks • Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

LotusWorks is an engineering services provider supporting commissioning, construction services, calibration, operations, and maintenance at global manufacturing facilities. The Mechanical Technician internship offers soon-to-be and recent graduates practical experience working alongside experienced engineering and technical professionals in a diverse, inclusive workplace. The intern supports the Mechanical Maintenance and Operations team in maintaining and operating facility mechanical systems and utilities under the direction of senior technicians, while developing core mechanical maintenance skills through fieldwork, training, and mentorship.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, facilities operations, or utility systems preferred.
• Familiarity with HVAC, chilled water, compressed air, pumps, valves, and process utility systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn advanced maintenance techniques.
• Basic understanding of CMMS tools such as Maximo or similar.
• Knowledge of safety procedures, including LOTO, confined-space entry, and chemical handling; training is provided.
• Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical facility.
• Proof of education, licenses, or certifications is required where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Technical certificate, associate’s degree, or training in Mechanical, HVAC, or Industrial Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and operation of facility systems, including HVAC, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, chillers, and process utilities, under senior technicians’ direction.
• Assist with preventive and corrective maintenance activities according to established job plans and safety procedures.
• Participate in daily rounds and readings, visually inspecting equipment for vibration, leaks, temperature changes, unusual noise, and wear.
• Learn and apply alignment, torqueing, and mechanical assembly and disassembly techniques under supervision.
• Support lubrication, oil sampling, filter replacement, and seal inspections, and learn associated documentation and preventive maintenance practices.
• Observe and assist with pump, valve, and piping maintenance, including gasket replacement, leak checks, and mechanical seal inspections.
• Participate in equipment startup and shutdown procedures and learn system interdependencies and safe design limits.
• Assist with HVAC maintenance, including air handler filter changes, belt inspections, fan checks, and coil cleaning.
• Learn and support monitoring of chilled water, compressed air, and process cooling water systems; record temperatures, pressures, and flow readings.
• Support mechanical troubleshooting and learn to identify abnormal system behavior and perform diagnostic checks under guidance.
• Participate in equipment overhauls and rebuilds, gaining exposure to teardown, inspection, and reassembly.
• Learn to interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment schematics.
• Document work activities, readings, and maintenance notes in a CMMS such as Maximo.
• Support spare-parts inventory and tool management, ensuring materials are labeled, stored, and available.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses, and learn site-specific safety protocols.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and meet housekeeping standards after maintenance and inspection activities.
• Learn fundamentals of system balancing, flow control, and pressure management in building and process utility systems.
• Assist with system performance verification and equipment testing, collecting operational data for engineering or reliability analysis.
• Observe senior technicians during root cause investigations and taskforce activities.
• Support development and updating of mechanical job plans, checklists, and maintenance documentation under supervision.
• Ask questions, engage with mentors, and actively seek to understand system functionality and maintenance reasoning.
• Follow EHS requirements and immediately report unsafe conditions, leaks, or equipment abnormalities.
• Participate in intern training and mentorship sessions and complete assigned learning modules and field demonstrations.
• Demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, and teamwork consistent with LotusWorks’ Safety, Quality, and Reliability culture.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities assigned in the role.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED