Maintenance and Facilities Mechanic

ARCH; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCH in Newtown, Connecticut, is seeking a skilled technician to maintain and repair CNC machines. The role involves diagnosing failures, performing electrical and mechanical repairs, and ensuring quality and safety in operations.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in a mechanical or electrical field and at least 5 years of experience with CNC machines. Proficiency with basic computer skills and diagnostic tools is required. Benefits include an engaging work environment and diversity support.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with CNC production machines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents.
• Basic computer skills to navigate the internet.

Responsibilities

• Operates CNC machines and diagnoses failures.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical components.
• Conducts preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Safety awareness

Computer skills

Education

Associate's degree in mechanical or electrical disciplines

Tools

Digital multimeter

Oscilloscope

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Summary

Repairs and maintains all components of production CNC machines and equipment including pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, material handling systems, air compressor systems, automated lubrication systems, hoists and performs miscellaneous mechanical, plumbing and electrical building repairs by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates equipment as required in order to diagnose failure.
• Troubleshoots equipment to the electronic and/or mechanical component level and dismantles equipment as required to make repairs.
• Inspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
• Realigns and adjusts components such as spindles and clutches.
• Validates repair of machines and equipment following repair.
• Troubleshoots electrical components and must be able to measure AC and DC voltages and interpret machine system drawings.
• Provides support and training for the machinists and machine operators.
• Develops and maintains the preventive maintenance list for each machine and performs the preventative maintenance as required.
• Schedules repairs using outside suppliers as required.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Supports raw material / saw and part finishing / parts washing activities as required.

Competency

• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Business and Cost Consciousness – Displays orientation to profitability; aligns work with strategic goals, develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

Associate's degree in mechanical or electrical disciplines preferred or equivalent training from military or technical school; 5 years related experience and/or training on CNC production machines; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability

Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints and machine drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to present numerical data effectively and write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.

Computer and Test Equipment Skills

Possess basic computer skills and Word processing and spreadsheet software and be able to navigate on the internet. Ability to use the following electronic test and diagnostic equipment: digital multimeter, oscilloscope, amp meter, meg meter.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to work on ladders.

Additional Notes

ARCH Global Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ARCH Global Holdings are employed on an at-will basis.