Job Duties
- Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines/rotating electrical apparatus both on-site and in shop.
- Is capable of disassembling and reassembling both vertical and horizontal rotating electrical apparatus with guidance from shop manager.
- Is capable of electrically testing rotating electrical apparatus with guidance from shop manager.
- Is capable of identifying electrical and mechanical deficiencies while disassembling and reassembling rotating electrical apparatus with guidance from shop manager.
- Is capable of operating a wide range of shop tools and test equipment with the shop manager’s guidance/training.
- Is capable of, or is willing to learn, how to hand fit and scrape Babbitt bearings.
- Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, after disassembly and during the reassembly process.
- Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts to the shop manager during the repair process or while performing on-site inspections.
- Reviews parts in need of replacement or repair with the shop manager during the repair process.
- Identifies and troubleshoots the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines working with the shop manager.
- Performs work that is assigned both in shop and on-site quickly and efficiently with an emphasis on performing the work correctly with as little rework as possible. A high level of craftsmanship is required.
- Prepares reports documenting work performed and work required utilizing company prepared test sheets and checklists. Accurate and timely completion of reports is a must.
- Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
- Coordinates with shop manager to constantly improve repair procedures and techniques.
- Collaborates with shop manager and/or company engineer regarding new parts/products being designed or remanufactured during the repair process with input regarding modifications that will be required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Employee is expected to possess basic hand tools capable of performing the duties listed, company to supply specialized tools and test equipment as needed.
Experience:
- Some vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience, required.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to squat, kneel and crawl to service equipment from below – Up to 20% of your shift
- Must be able to bend and twist with torque to service equipment and to reach into awkward areas– Up to 10% of your shift
- Must be able to climb stairs, ladders and or steps to get up onto equipment– Up to 5% of your shift
- Must be able to work below, at, and above shoulder level to maintain equipment– Up to 90% of your shift
- Required to push, pull reach and grasp with hands to use hand tools– Up to 50% of your shift