Mechanical Technician

Lincoln Electric•Chattanooga, TN

11d•$21 - $31

About The Position

This position is responsible for the maintenance, installation and repair of mechanical equipment as specified in each project.

Requirements

High School or GED, Vocational High School, or equivalent
5 years or more experience in general maintenance or other maintenance responsibilities that would include the ability to recognize electrical, plumbing, and mechanical malfunctions or equipment failures.
Knowledge of the occupation hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties
Ability to travel occasionally based upon project needs.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, constantly changing product development environment.
Ability to meet and deal tactfully and courteously with fellow employees and vendors/contractors.
Ability to install, inspect, and repair equipment.
Ability to lift 75 lbs.
Ability to perform various clean-up and maintenance tasks as needed.
Ability to update inventories and other supplies as needed.
Ability to inspect, operate and maintain the heating, cooling and ventilation system.
Ability to understand written and oral instruction.

Nice To Haves

Certificate in Industrial Maintenance preferred.
Environmental Health and Safety Understand the Company's EHS Policy and how it relates to this job.
Be aware of OSHA & EPA laws and regulations as well as the Company's Plant Rules and Regulations that pertain to this job.
Work in a safe and environmentally friendly manner and observe all company EHS procedures.
Immediately notify the Supervisor if there is any safety hazard, any equipment not operating correctly, or if there are any questions regarding EHS procedures.
Attend required EHS training

Responsibilities

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.