Mechanical Technician (Illinois)

Continental•Mount Vernon, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. The Mechanical Technician will troubleshoot and make quality repairs to mechanical, steam, hydraulic and pneumatic power transmission and drive systems. This role involves removing, replacing, and bleeding air from fluid on hydraulic systems, as well as removing and replacing lubricant from mechanical systems. The technician will also troubleshoot and repair piping systems, diagnose problems using various schematics and measurement devices, and perform sheet metal work for equipment repair. Communication with maintenance, engineering, and production personnel is key, along with strict adherence to safety procedures like LOTO and wearing proper PPE. Compliance with all plant, corporate, Continental, safety, Illinois, and government codes, standards, and policies is required. The role may also involve vacancy coverage and overtime as needed, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Automotive Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or similar or Successful passing of the mechanical test and having 3-5 years of industrial mechanical experience.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing facility experience

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and make quality repairs to mechanical, steam, hydraulic and pneumatic power transmission and drive systems.
Remove, replace and bleed air from fluid on hydraulic systems before and after maintenance work.
Remove and replace lubricant from mechanical systems eg gearboxes, bearings, slides etc.
Troubleshoot and make quality repairs to piping, both Ferris and Non-Ferris metal, screwed, welded, flanged or otherwise coupled; shut-offs, controls, check valves, traps, strainers, and all devices normally found in process and service piping.
Diagnose problems using the following tools: Hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical schematics, mechanical measurement devices, temperature and pressure gauges, dial gauges etc.
Use appropriate hand tools to adjust, replace worn and broken parts of a structural, rotating, reciprocating or running nature.
Do sheet metal work for the repair of duct work, machinery guards, drip pans, tanks, vent hoods, and various other types of equipment using light to medium gauge metal.
Communicate with maintenance, engineering and production personnel in a positive and professional manner.
Follow LOTO procedures and wear proper PPE to maintain a safe working environment.
Be compliant with all plant, corporate, Continental, safety, Illinois and government codes, standards and policies.
Perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Department Manager.
Be available for vacancy coverage and overtime as required from time to time.
Maintain a clean, organized and professional workspace (Toolbox and equipment where work is executed).