Electrician-Mechanic

Go McPherson; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Go McPherson is seeking a skilled technician for repair and maintenance of manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, and 5-6 years of experience in trade skills.

Responsibilities include diagnosing equipment malfunctions, conducting preventive maintenance, and ensuring equipment safety compliance. The role requires effective problem-solving skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Five to six years of experience in basic trade skills.
• Proficient in technical skills and practices related to maintenance.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Repair, fabricate, and install equipment using tools and practices.
• Conduct inspections to ensure proper safety compliance.
• Keep maintenance ledgers and inform departments on equipment status.

Skills

Effective Problem Solver

Tradesman

Competent Organizer

Active Communicator

Initiative

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Electrical or Mechanical Vocational Trade School Diploma

Job description

Perform repair, replacement and preventative maintenance work on all types of facility and manufacturing related equipment to ensure unlimited availability and usage thereof. Diagnose and analyze difficult operating malfunctions and effect major, extensive or emergency repairs to maintain equipment and minimize downtime. Assist in preventive maintenance programs and perform timely inspections to ensure proper operation and safety compliance of manufacturing equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Repair, fabricate and install equipment using electrical and machine shop tools and practices.
• Use machine shop tools and equipment such as mills, lathes, grinders, welders, rigging equipment, etc.
• Use electrical shop tools and equipment such as conduit benders, cable pullers, man‑lifts, etc.
• Operate measuring instrumentation and devices: multimeter, caliper, micrometer, transit, vibration analyzer, manifold gauge, thermometers, recording instruments, etc.
• Work from schematic diagrams, drawings, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering specifications related to equipment.
• Understand and apply all related Standards, Codes and Regulations.
• Notify Group Leader or Supervisor of safety related problems or issues.
• Prepare maintenance and repair ledgers and keep the manufacturing and engineering departments informed on activities, equipment performance, and project status.
• Maintain and place requisitions for equipment, parts and supply inventories.
• Clean and maintain a secure and safe work environment.
• Keep abreast of industry developments and augment own knowledge and skills to practice and apply competently.
• Complete all other duties assigned by Management.

Measurement Areas

• Safety, Quality, Service and Productivity Goals.
• No accidents or injuries.
• Assignments satisfactorily meet quality specifications.
• Responsiveness, effectiveness, and an attitude that represents a total commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Other areas ranging from skill enhancement and continued education to willingness to accept additional responsibilities and maintain a high degree of self‑directness.

Demonstrated Skills

• Effective Problem Solver – Demonstrates the use of problem‑solving skills to resolve issues and achieve continuous improvement.
• Tradesman – Possesses a high degree of proficiency in technical skills and practices; helps others strive towards and achieve high standards in craftsmanship.
• Competent Organizer – Can handle multiple priorities, maintain order and constancy of purpose.
• Active Communicator – Able to identify and articulate key issues to achieve mutual understanding between all levels of the organization.
• Initiative – Willing to help others, self‑directed and seeks opportunities to improve.

Education And/Or Experience

• HS Diploma/ GED required.
• Requires an electrical or mechanical vocational or trade school diploma, or equivalent job training.
• Five to six years of experience required with basic trade skills, techniques, theories and knowledge of layouts, materials, equipment and devices.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must sit, stand, bend, use hands, reach, talk and hear. Must lift or move up to 45 pounds. Requires close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment may be occasionally loud. The employee must perform all responsibilities while wearing proper safety eye, ear, ventilation, hand and foot protective gear.

Attributes

• Integrity – high moral character, honest and trustworthy.
• Initiative – to do his/her best at any assignment, taking the initiative before being asked.
• Self‑Esteem – awareness of self‑strengths & weaknesses; always seeking to improve self.
• Flexibility – willing and comfortable adapting to new circumstances and conditions.
• Passion – maintains a positive attitude, working with enthusiasm each day.
• Sense of Urgency – implicit understanding of job needs and priorities.
• Commitment – treats the assets of the Company as if they were his or her own.
• Team Orientation – enjoys working, assisting and accomplishing with others.