What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Maintenance Mechanic position at NEWAGE INDUSTRIES INC?
Description
Position Summary:
Responsible for the overall maintenance and repair of equipment, tools, machinery and infrastructure as assigned by the Facilities Manager.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Effectively troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment to identify issues and take necessary corrective actions.
- Ability to wire transformers, equipment, and devices following the NEC
- Inspect machinery, lubricate and make adjustments or repairs as needed.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on production equipment and ensure good operating condition while optimizing equipment up time and ensuring the safe and timely manufacturing of products.
- Document preventative maintenance and repairs in equipment maintenance logs as per maintenance department requirements.
- Perform facility maintenance as needed.
- Participate in the installation of new equipment and physical structures as needed.
- Operate shop equipment and tools as skill level will permit.
- Ability to work overtime on nights and weekends as needed for the efficient operation of equipment of the facility or when emergencies arise.
- Support site housekeeping, safety programs or other related tasks and duties as assigned.
- Obtain forklift, lift truck and scissor lift certifications within 90 days of employment.
- Follow proper safety rules and regulations throughout the facility using OSHA best practices.
- 10-15% travel required.
- On-call required on a rotating basis
Requirements
Education, Skills and Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Certified Electrical training a must
- Technical school certificate in mechanical, or hydraulics a plus.
- 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Experience with plastic or silicone processing equipment.
- Experience with building automation system (BAS)
- Ability to work in a fast paced, flexible environment.
- Self-motivated, does not need constant supervision.
- Ability to communicate (verbally and written) effectively with management as well as other team members.
- Understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams
- Knowledge and understanding of three phase and single phase power systems, electrical wiring and control circuitry.
- Ability to work on 240/120&480/277 3phase and single phase voltages
- Basic computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.