Gauge Assembly Technician

Summary

The role of Gauge Assembly Technician involves adhering to Company Quality Standardization Procedures, reviewing and comprehending technical drawings, and performing setup and assembly of gauge components for various applications. Responsibilities include reading and interpreting gauge assembly schematics, maintaining equipment and ensuring a clean and safe work area, following written and verbal instructions, assembling and calibrating gauge components to manufacturer specifications, and measuring and marking reference points on workpieces. The role also requires performing routine maintenance tasks on equipment, operating manual assembly tools as needed, and having knowledge of basic measuring tools such as calipers, dial indicators, and micrometers. Additionally, there is an introductory learning component for various measuring instruments, including pressure gauges, temperature gauges, and flow meters.

Responsibilities

• Follow Company Quality Standardization Procedures for all aspects of the gauge assembly process
• Review and comprehend technical drawings
• Setup and assembly of gauge components for various applications
• Read and interpret gauge assembly schematics
• Maintain equipment and ensure work area is clean and safe at all times
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Assemble and calibrate various gauge components to manufacturer specifications
• Measure, mark, or scribe reference points on workpieces as guides
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on equipment as required
• Operate manual assembly tools as needed
• Knowledge of basic measuring tools (calipers, dial indicators, micrometers)
• Introductory learning of various measuring instruments (pressure gauges, temperature gauges, flow meters)
  
  

Positional Requirements & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• HS Education or GED Equivalent a plus
• Assembly degree preferred
• Up to 1 year industry experience
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• A clear understanding of assembly safety
• Demonstrates proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Proper knowledge to operate assembly equipment
• Basic OSHA and TWIC card (TWIC, only if required)
• Basic oral & written communication skills
• Ability to convert fractions to decimals efficiently and vice versa
• Demonstrated “can do” attitude
• Must be able to travel and have a clear driving record in accordance with company driving guidelines
• Clear background check and drug/alcohol screening
  
  

Essential Physical Functions

• Lifting: up to 50 pounds
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions 
• Lift and carry: 50 pounds for 100 feet
• Bending, stooping, walking and climbing stairs
• Able to pass periodic medical evaluations and respirator fit tests to ensure continued compliance with OSHA standards.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps 
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces 
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods 
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another 
• Communicating with others to exchange information 
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers 
• Operating machinery and/or power tools 
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment 
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Required physical ability if mandated by customer or regulatory requirements
  
  

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.