Maintenance Mechanic

Job description

Work Location: Tamaqua, Pennsylvania Shift: Yes Department: EL-SC-PUHM Facilities & Maintenance Eng Recruiter: Genie Hooper This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization. Your Role: At EMD Electronics, the Maintenance Mechanic will support production and quality goals by ensuring safe and reliable operation of machinery and mechanical equipment in a fast paced and dynamic work environment. Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on rotating equipment to include pumps, reciprocating compressors, agitators, gear boxes, and process refrigeration systems. Perform basic building maintenance throughout the site. Utilize diagrams, sketches, OEM manuals, and engineering specifications to troubleshoot and repair malfunctions. Effectively communicate job status, document job activities and observations. Accurately perform inventory transactions. Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with site procedures and safety programs. Day-shift position but includes opportunity for scheduled and emergency overtime on nights and weekends. Transition to a rotating shift possible. Physical Attributes: Work in confined spaces and at heights of 60 feet Use of hand and power tools including precision measuring instruments Operate fork lift and/or aerial work platforms Who You Are Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED 3+ years previous industrial maintenance experience Preferred Qualifications: Trade School certificate OR participation in a union mechanical apprenticeship program Prior experience with safety work permits and lock-out / tag-out procedures Prior process chemical plant experience Fundamental knowledge of basic electricity Fundamental knowledge of Mill, Drill, and Lathe Operations including understanding of Dimension, Tolerance, and Fit Experience with rolling Element & Journal bearing replacement & maintenance, Static & Dynamic Seal maintenance, and Couplings, Drives & Alignment Proficiency with Oxy-Acetylene Torches Pipe Fitting experience including functional knowledge of materials, fittings, and threading Computer skills to review and record maintenance history in work orders Pay Rate for this position: $35.15 Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement will be governed by the terms of the most recent union contract. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, leave and disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, and life insurance. Union employees should always refer to their collective bargaining agreement for information on eligibility, coverage, and benefit provisions. The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.