Shop Service Technician - Level 1

Shop Service Technician - Level 1 is accountable for assembling, testing, and servicing customized mechanical, hydraulic, electro-mechanical / hydraulic, and electrical components and assemblies in accordance with prescribed drawings. He/she will perform accurate and efficient complex maintenance and installation of all phases of mechanical equipment and serve as a quality control point for the work of less senior maintenance mechanics and ensure all work is performed in a safe manner.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Read and follow engineering drawings, Bills of Material, and technical specifications.
• Assemble, test, and service systems and components comprised of hydraulic manifolds, solenoid valves, proportional valves, hoses, metal tubing, electrical cables, electrical controllers, etc.
• Perform general mechanical tasks, including as necessary basic welding, torch, grinding, etc.
• Maintain records as required (assembly routers, quality, dimensional checks, testing, etc.).
• Fabricate and install high-pressure tubing using standard fittings.
• Monitor the functioning of installed equipment to detect hazards/problems and the potential need for adjustments, repairs, or replacement.
• Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment within the establishment 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.
• Support and participate in the organization’s continual improvement program to conform to ISO 9001 and understand the implications of not complying with the quality management system.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education and Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of technical trade school preferred
• Experience
• Zero (0) to two (2) years of experience.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 environment a plus.
• Knowledge and Skills
• Knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical processes/procedures.
• Knowledge of mechanical tools and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, and basic electrical circuits.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system schematics/blueprints.
• Ability to implement mechanical knowledge and skills.
• Ability to read, write, and use general math applications in order to read schematics.
• Ability to react and perform under stress and emergency situations.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to ensure the daily workload is completed.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in a work environment and exercise problem-solving abilities to bring structure to complex situations and provide optimal solutions.
• Ability to plan work for others and foresee changes and needs for areas of responsibility.