Master Mechanic

Master Mechanic

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program or the equivalent in a technical field.
• 8-10 years proven experience in the manufacturing field performing multi-craft functions including electrical, welding, HVAC, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, specifications, electrical codes, and UL Standards.
• 5+ years experience in electrical controls with particular emphasis on knowledge of motor and process controls.
• The candidate must have a state of Washington maintenance electrical license (EL07) or higher.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to variable frequency drives, programmable controls, discreet controls, power supplies, drives, gauges and test equipment.
• Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, local and national electrical codes, UL 508 standards, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Advises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Informs appropriate management and production personnel of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Provides technical expertise in the area of equipment operation and equipment and production line upgrading that enhances safety and/or improves productivity.
• Assists in the organization, scheduling and performance of preventive maintenance tasks. Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Fabricates or coordinates the fabrication of unique parts.
• Troubleshoot and monitor HVAC and refrigeration and chilling equipment for maintenance and repair.
• Assists in parts supplies inventory control and purchasing; defines and maintains critical parts.
• Assists in project planning and layout.
• Assists and trains other maintenance and/or other technical level employees.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Deals with people in other departments internally as well as external contacts.
• Participates in solving problems within department and other internal departments.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.