JOB EMPHASIS AND PURPOSE

The Level 1 Mechanic is expected to maintain all aspects of the building including lighting, plumbing, electrical, emergency systems, HVAC & departmental needs.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilities Maintenance

ØPlumbing – repair of toilets, faucets, water heaters, and general plumbing throughout the facility; includes the installation of fixtures & piping.

ØExterior lighting repair & installation.

ØDaily check of air compressors.

ØMonitor RTU’s in multiple departments for proper functions.

ØMaintain parking lot (snow & ice removal, etc.).

ØCleaning & inspection of PIV valves & sprinkler systems.

ØGeneral facilities repair including doorways, floor repair, and some light construction work.

Electrical

ØInstallation & repair of electrical machinery.

ØRepair & replacement of facility lighting system (includes inspection & replacement of emergency & exit lighting systems).

ØGeneral electrical maintenance including main service switch gears & capacitor banks.

ØRelocating & installation of new service & distribution panels.

ØPLC-Connect to PLCs via a laptop to download programs & update machinery.

HVAC

ØAir wash system maintenance & repair.This includes cleaning of the air wash system, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs.

ØChiller maintenance including daily water chemical test, cooling tower repairs, and daily checklist while is use.

ØBoiler maintenance including daily check list and water test.

ØCoordinate meetings with outside contractors.

ØMonitor RTU’s in multiple production departments for proper functioning.

Departmental Maintenance

ØMaintain machinery in Dye-House, Wax & Tab, and CIP.

ØSupervise & maintain preventative maintenance schedule in CIP.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

ØHigh school diploma or GED

ØTrade school / electrical training preferred.

Ø5 years of electrical and maintenance experience in an industrial setting

License / Credentials / Certifications

ØValid driver’s license

ØForklift license

ØLock out certification.

ØOSHA basic 3 certification (Electrical, machine guarding, PPE)

ØEPA 608 HVAC license (required or must obtain in first year)

Skills / Specialized Knowledge / Abilities

ØBasic computer skills including Microsoft Office

ØPLC skills to connect, diagnose & repair PLC’s.

ØElectrical knowledge up to and including 480 VAC.

ØKnowledge of electrical test equipment & proper use of PPE

ØPlumbing with various materials (copper, PVC, steel pipe, etc.)

ØChemical SDS labeling knowledge & proper handling of chemicals.

ØComfortable working at heights on mezzanines as well as on lifts

ØGood communication skills

ØAbility to operate & maintain snow removal equipment

ØAbility to work independently with little or no supervision.

ØWelding (MIG, SMAW), fabricating, machining, and metalworking.

ØLight construction skills in floor repair, concrete, & carpentry.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Hours / Environment

ØRequires a 45-hour work week.1^st shift, Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 4:30pm. 

ØOvertime may be required with or without notice during the week and on weekends.

ØOn call for emergency repairs (24/7).

ØWork is typically indoors in a manufacturing environment.Frequently it does require work outdoors in all weather conditions.

ØTeamwork, face-to-face communication, good attendance

Tools and Equipment

ØVariety of hand & power tools

ØComputer & cell phone

ØElectrical testing equipment

ØShop machinery including saws, mills, lathes, welders, and other general shop equipment.

Travel

ØMinimal – less than 5% of the time for local parts pick up and for training courses.

Physical and Mental Demands

ØAbility to stand for long periods of time.

ØAbility to lift up to 50lbs on occasion; will need to handle weigh up to 150lbs with assistance.

ØAbility to climb a ladder & work at heights up to 70 feet.

ØWork in all weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, or wet)

ØWork in awkward & uncomfortable positions.