Position: Maintenance Technician
Location: Charlotte, NC
Brand: Pumps Parts & Service, an OTC Industrial Technologies Company
Segment: Pumps & Motor Technologies
PP&S is a distributor & engineering/repair service provider for rotating and processing equipment serving NC, SC, AL, GA, VA & the FL Panhandle. PP&S offers comprehensive design and aftermarket services to optimize equipment selection, utilization, and asset management, achieving the lowest cost of ownership for our client base.
The PMT group represents some of the most reputable brand names in the fluid handling, pump distribution, water/wastewater treatment, and fabrication industry. Our unparalleled service capabilities, whether in-house or field, provide each customer with the problem-solving and product knowledge to stand by our claim: we service what we sell.
Position Summary:
Under general supervision, The Maintenance Technician installs machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings in industrial establishments or at customer locations, using hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools. You will inspect work progress, equipment, or sites to verify safety or meet specifications. This position is a part of our Field Service department and does require travel to different sites.
Essential Functions:
- Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs.
- Connect power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and test unit to evaluate its mechanical operation.
- Assemble and install equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
- Position steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment, using blueprints and schematic drawings, to determine work procedures.
- Signal crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate, and align unit to centerline.
- Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts.
- Move machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit, using hand tools and power tools
- Repair and lubricate machines and equipment
- Maintain daily time cards/timekeeping
- Complete safety surveys, checklists
- Identify hazards
- Identify required materials
- Maintain progression of job, attend customer meetings
- Submit change orders
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of machines and industrial equipment, including their designs, uses repair, and maintenance.
- Knowledge of techniques, tools, and principles in producing precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Ability to determine the tools and equipment needed to do a job.
- Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
- Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what maintenance is needed. Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
- Multi-limb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
- Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
- Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task without being distracted.
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily based on mechanical (not electronic) principles.
- Consistently demonstrates the work qualities of, yet not limited to, attention to detail, dependability, cooperation, persistence, and self-control.
Training/Education and/or Special Qualifications:
- An appropriate mix of education and experience would allow the employee to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above and at least 2 years of experience directly related to the essential functions as specified.
Recommended Qualifications:
- High school education, or equivalent required
- General knowledge of PC and ability to use Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, & Outlook)
- Ability to use precision equipment (dial indicators, mics, calipers)
- Ability to read and understand dimensional, exploded view, and cut section drawings
- Experience using Hoist and Cranes
- Strong mechanical aptitude and capability to use shop equipment (Drill Press, Pneumatic Hand Tools, Horizontal Bandsaw, cutting torch)
At OTC Industrial Technologies, our employees are our greatest strength. Through investment in our people and growth from within, we believe in providing you with various opportunities to accelerate your career potential as you help us drive change to move our business forward.
For over 60 years, employing and developing the best-in-class talent has been at the forefront of our success. By coupling our teams’ hands-on experience with a wide range of products from top vendors, we provide customers with the best quality products, technical application expertise, and services at the lowest possible costs.
Working with OTC Industrial Technologies is perfect for purpose-driven individuals motivated to be part of an exciting transformational company.
Perks of Working with OTC Industrial Technologies:
As part of the OTC family, you'll enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan – Additionally, we offer paid time off, short-and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, tuition assistance, and Employee Assistance Program. You'll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.
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