Installation Crew Mechanic

PGNA INC; Franklin (Venango County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Conair, part of the PiovanGroup, is seeking an Installation Crew Mechanic to join a traveling installation team. The role reports to the Installation Manager in Franklin, PA, with travel across the Continental USA.

The candidate will install, assemble, and service industrial equipment at customer sites, follow safety procedures, and coordinate with project teams. A strong mechanical background and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate company vehicles, CDL not required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and other technical docs.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and installation equipment.
• Experience installing or servicing industrial equipment in a manufacturing/industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Travel with a project team to customer facilities across the United States.
• Install, assemble, and support industrial equipment at customer sites.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE.
• Prepare and submit expense reports and time sheets.
• Assist with project closeout activities and return unused materials.
• Support at the Franklin, PA facility when not on field projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driving ability

Blueprints reading

Hand & power tools

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Communication

Travel readiness

Tools

Forklift certification

Scissor lift

Boom lift

Job description

Description

Conair, part of the PiovanGroup, is a leading producer of auxiliary equipment for the plastics processing industry. We make and market over 450 different products, including resin-drying systems, blenders, feeders and material-conveying systems, temperature-control equipment and granulators. Extrusion solutions include gravimetric control systems, film and sheet scrap-reclaim systems and downstream equipment for pipe and profile extrusion. Conair is also a leader in plastics process integration, engineering and installing complete manufacturing systems that help plastics processors manage their valuable raw materials, handle their critical manufactured parts, and improve their process yield.

Position: Installation Crew Mechanic

Role

The Installation Crew Mechanic has broad responsibilities and thus is a key member of the Conair Team and a critical part of all phases of new projects. The Installation Crew Mechanic is responsible for working on a traveling installation team. This position reports to the Installation Manager located in Franklin, PA and traveling within the Continental USA.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a traveling installation team under the direction of the site-based Installation Supervisor.
• Travel by company vehicle or commercial airline to customer facilities throughout the United States. Typical travel schedules are targeted at 10 days on and 4 days off but may vary based on project requirements.
• Install, assemble, and support industrial equipment and systems at customer locations.
• Follow all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing work.
• Complete and submit accurate expense reports and time sheets.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including preparing unused materials, hardware, and equipment for return shipment.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, or other operational activities at the Franklin facility when not assigned to field projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate company vehicles, including trucks and vehicles towing trailers. CDL not required.
• Ability to meet applicable driving and medical qualification requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certifications for forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other equipment required for installation work.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and common mechanical installation equipment.
• Experience installing, maintaining, or servicing industrial equipment, mechanical systems, piping, structural components, or related systems in a manufacturing, construction, or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, flow diagrams, layout drawings, and other technical documentation.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods, including lifting, climbing, and working at heights in industrial environments.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout the United States.

PiovanGroup is a world leader in the development and production of systems for the automation of production processes for the storage, transport and treatment of polymers, plastic, and food powders. The Group is close to its customers, on a global basis, through continuous technical assistance and support from the design phase to the installation and start-up of the system.

PiovanGroup offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including profit sharing, bonus plans, 401(k) with company match, medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, health club reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance, and employee referral bonus program.

PiovanGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and offers employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement), veteran status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, HIV-positive status, possession of the sickle cell trait, genetic characteristics, political views, and any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.