Electromechanical Technician (Industrial Electrician) - 2nd shift

GATX Corporation; Hearne (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance PTO incentive

Safety and Quality Incentive Plan

Job summary

GATX Corporation in Hearne, TX is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems on industrial equipment. You will work with automated systems, boilers, compressors and control panels, following blueprints and safety procedures to keep production lines running smoothly.

The role requires the ability to read drawings, perform math operations, and plan work sequences; strength for physical tasks; and a commitment to quality and

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints or maintenance manuals.
• Perform basic math operations for service tasks.
• Plan work steps to achieve reliable repairs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems and repair electrical/mechanical systems on industrial machinery.
• Connect power wiring and troubleshoot components like controllers, motors, relays.
• Maintain safety standards and keep work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX) is an industry leader with 125+ years of success—success that is powered by our people. At GATX, we hire the best and offer our employees a dynamic, energetic, collaborative environment to enable them to make an impact from day one. Enjoy the perks and benefits of a global company with the close-knit culture and community of a much smaller one. In the same way we strive to empower our customers to propel the world forward, we are dedicated to providing our people with the tools and resources they need to move forward in their careers.

In this role you will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repairs electrical/mechanical systems, apparatus, andelectrical components of industrial machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses problems and repairs machines and equipment such as automated blast, paint booth, man-movers, 31 cleaning systems, welding units, infrared drying ovens, programmable controllers, comfort heaters, boilers, air compressors and mobile equipment.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken cables.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers, managers of maintenance and other employees, to diagnose malfunctions.
• Replace faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors; and positions sensing devices.
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.
• Replaces electric motor bearings and installs motors, pumps, valves, and blast wheel components.
• Pushes buttons and presses keys, and programmable controller to program automated machinery, to test for malfunctions and verify repairs.
• Maintains steam, water, gas, and airlines and performs repairs as required.
• Performs welding on ferrous metals as required.
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty machinery, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Comply with the established safety policies, support-continuing awareness for safety, and when possible recommend specific changes and improvements to health and safety policies and programs.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, and maintenance manuals.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide two-digit numbers.
• Ability to reason through and plan work details and procedures to obtain desired results.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions.
• Must be able to perform overhead work for extended periods.
• Must be able to safely lift (vertically) up to 51 pounds, regularly, and safely lift up to 85 pounds, occasionally, from the ground surface.
• Must be able to push/pull (horizontally) up to 140 pounds of force.
• Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperature environments.
• Must be able to physically enter confined space and work in enclosed environments.

Posting Duration

This posting will remain open until the role is filled.As of the post date, the salary range for this position is:

Min

USD $32.55/Yr.

Max

USD $34.05/Yr.

You may be eligible to participate in the Attendance (PTO) Incentive as well as a Safety and Quality Performance Incentive Plan, the details of which may be provided to the applicant upon hire.The rate for this position is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.