Power Unit Specialist

Rumpke Careers•Cincinnati, OH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Power Unit Specialist is responsible for building, testing, diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on power units and compactors. This position performs mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and fabrication work while working with limited supervision and following established procedures, technical specifications, and safety requirements. The Power Unit Specialist also assists with field installations and repairs and is responsible for completing work accurately, efficiently, and within established Standard Repair Times.

Requirements

2–4 years of relevant experience in industrial equipment, hydraulics, electrical systems, mechanical repair, heavy equipment, compactors, or a related field required
Working knowledge of hydraulic systems and electrical systems, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues
Experience with fabrication and welding
Experience with LOTO procedures
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
Mechanical aptitude with demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify root causes of equipment failures and determine appropriate corrective action
Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and shop equipment
Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple repair and build assignments
Ability to work effectively with limited supervision
Familiarity with the use of computers, repair manuals, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical schematics to troubleshoot or repair units
Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal/external customers
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language

Nice To Haves

Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
Exposure to residential and commercial waste
Ability to travel between offices, as required

Responsibilities

Inspect, build, test, and brand power units for installation in accordance with RFQs, specifications, and established procedures
Assist with the installation, service, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance of power units and compactors in the field
Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair compactors and related equipment
Perform safety and operational inspections of compactors to ensure compliance with Rumpke standards, OSHA requirements, ANSI standards, and applicable electrical codes
Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical equipment issues and determine the appropriate repair or corrective action
Read and interpret hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and equipment schematics to properly diagnose and repair equipment
Estimate labor time, materials, and parts required for repairs and new tasks
Complete assigned work within established Standard Repair Times (SRT)
Accurately utilize SAP to record labor hours, parts, and other job-related information for billing and tracking purposes
Assist with machine builds, modifications, and other equipment-related projects
Perform fabrication and welding activities using appropriate shop equipment, hand tools, and power tools
Follow written instructions, established procedures, and technical specifications while working independently with limited supervision
Follow all applicable safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout requirements, when performing maintenance and repairs
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
Communicate equipment conditions, repair recommendations, and completed work effectively to coworkers, supervisors, and customers
Assist other team members with equipment repairs, builds, installations, and related projects as needed
Perform other duties as assigned